“After careful review of the facts, witness testimonies, and additional information, such as the allegations of rape during the last committee hearing, I have decided to wí†hdráw my signature today,” said Ejercito in a statement.
“Furthermore, my consultations have revealed strong precedents indicating that ongoing cases can still be heard and investigated in the Senate. This means Pastor Quiboloy will get an opportunity to present his side,” he added.
Ejercito said he initially backed Senator Robin Padilla’s bid to block the Senate panel on women’s contempt order against Quiboloy “in consideration of procedural practicality.”
“This was based on the fact the Department of Justice has already pursued charges of sexual abuse and qualified trafficking against Pastor Quiboloy,” he explained.
Padilla is currently in pursuit of votes to block the Senate panel on women’s contempt ruling against the self-proclaimed “Appointed Son of God.”
He has seven days, or until March 12, to gather eight votes among the members of the chamber’s panel on women. With Ejercito’s move, Padila now only has four signatures, including his own.
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