Hontiveros on Quiboloy’s senatorial bid: Let’s not elect lawbreakers | INQToday

Summary

Senator Risa Hontiveros warns Filipino voters against electing lawbreakers, specifically targeting Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, a Senate candidate facing multiple criminal charges, including human trafficking and child abuse. Hontiveros criticizes Quiboloy's audacity to run for office while under investigation and urges Filipinos to make informed choices in the upcoming elections. Despite his legal troubles, Quiboloy's candidacy, filed by attorney Mark Tolentino, highlights the ongoing issue of accountability in public office. The Senate's decision to arrest Quiboloy reflects the serious nature of the allegations he faces.

Takeaways

• 🚨 Senator RIS urges Filipino voters not to elect lawbreakers to government positions.
• 🗳️ Pastor Apollo Kiboloy, leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, has filed his candidacy for the Senate in the 2025 elections.
• ⚖️ Kiboloy is currently facing multiple criminal charges, including human trafficking and child abuse.
• 😠 Senator Monte Veros criticizes Kiboloy's audacity to run for office despite facing serious allegations.
• 📜 Veros emphasizes that while everyone has the right to run for public office, voters should be informed enough to make the right choice.
• 🚫 Veros states that Kiboloy should not be voted as head of the Senate committee on women due to the allegations against him.
• 🔍 The Senate ordered Kiboloy's arrest following his refusal to cooperate with the investigation into the allegations.
• 🏛️ A Davao court issued another arrest order for Kiboloy related to sexual abuse charges.
• 🔒 Kiboloy is currently detained at the Philippine National Police Custodial Center in Quezon City.
• 🤝 Kiboloy surrendered to police authorities in September after a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Q & A

What position is Pastor Apollo Kiboloy running for in the 2025 elections?

Pastor Apollo Kiboloy is running for the Senate in the 2025 elections.

What allegations is Pastor Apollo Kiboloy currently facing?

Kiboloy is facing multiple charges, including human trafficking and child abuse.

Who reacted to Kiboloy's candidacy and what did they say?

Senator Monteveros reacted to Kiboloy's candidacy, stating that he should have 'a little shame' and emphasizing the audacity of his run given the serious charges against him.

What was Senator Monteveros' stance on the right to run for public office?

Senator Monteveros acknowledged that everyone has the right to run for public office but expressed trust that voters will choose wisely.

What action did the Senate take regarding Kiboloy's refusal to cooperate with the probe?

The Senate ordered Kiboloy's arrest after his refusal to cooperate with the investigation.

Where is Pastor Apollo Kiboloy currently detained?

Kiboloy is currently detained at the Philippine National Police Custodial Center in Quezon City.

What legal action did a court take against Kiboloy in relation to the allegations?

A Davao court issued an arrest order for Kiboloy for sexual abuse, and another court ordered his arrest for qualified human trafficking.

When did Pastor Apollo Kiboloy surrender to authorities?

Kiboloy surrendered to police authorities in September.

What is the public sentiment regarding Kiboloy's candidacy according to the transcript?

The public sentiment, as expressed by Senator Monteveros, suggests skepticism and a belief that voters should not elect someone facing serious criminal charges.

What does the transcript suggest about the accountability of public figures?

The transcript implies that public figures, especially those seeking election, should be held accountable for their actions and that voters should be discerning in their choices.