Lacson on Trillanes’ revelations: ‘No probative value’

Inquirer.net - Oct 3, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Panfilo “Ping” Lacson on Saturday said information revealed by former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV in connection with Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment case has “no probative value.” Trillanes on Friday held a press conference at which he revealed the contents of his testimony that was supposed to be presented to the

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