Posted 4/15/2024, 9:14:00 AM
Alvarez Faces Sedition Warning Over Call for Military to Withdraw Marcos Support
- Alvarez called on police and military to withdraw support for President Marcos at a rally, which could warrant sedition charges
- House reps warn Alvarez over "unbecoming" anti-government remarks that may violate House ethics
- Comes amid growing criticism of Marcos from former president Duterte and allies over foreign policy and budget cuts
- Follows revelations that Duterte had a "gentleman's agreement" with China over South China Sea territorial disputes
- Duterte and China eventually admitted such an agreement existed, despite earlier denials from Duterte's past spokespersons