A wave of outrage is erupting after Attorney Claire Castro suddenly made shocking statements, implying that Vice President Sara Duterte was involved in a series of attacks targeting the government. Public opinion is boiling as many people believe that this is a baseless and provocative accusation, pushing Claire Castro into the center of fierce criticism.
Immediately after this information spread, netizens and many politicians spoke out strongly against it. They accused Claire Castro of having no specific evidence but still deliberately directing suspicion towards the Vice President, seriously affecting the honor of Ms. Sara Duterte as well as the political stability in the country.
Not only on social networks, many Filipinos have also expressed their outrage through media interviews. Some opinions say that this could be a political ploy to smear the reputation of Vice President Sara Duterte, especially when the current political context is extremely tense.
In the face of backlash, Claire Castro maintained her stance. She asserted that her statement was based on information she had gathered, but did not provide clear evidence to support her argument.
“This is not an arbitrary accusation. I have reliable sources and I believe that the truth will soon be revealed,” Claire Castro said.
However, these words were not enough to appease the public. Instead, it angered many people who believed that Claire Castro was using her fame to manipulate public opinion without concrete evidence.
Given this situation, some legal experts said that Claire Castro could face serious consequences. If proven to have made false accusations to defame others, she could be sued for libel or slander under Philippine law.
Vice President Sara Duterte’s office has yet to officially respond to this incident. However, many believe that Ms. Duterte will not remain silent in the face of such serious allegations.
Whatever the outcome of this incident, one thing is certain: Claire Castro’s reputation has been severely damaged. The online community is strongly divided, with some supporting her but most still doubting the real motive behind this statement.
Will Claire Castro be able to provide convincing evidence to prove her point, or is this just a political stunt to attract attention? The answer remains to be seen.