Rep. Duterte Confident of Exoneration in Drug Allegations

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MANILA, Philippines — Davao City 1st District Representative Paolo Duterte expressed assurance that he would be exonerated from the drug smuggling accusations he is currently facing.

"I have consistently asserted my innocence, and I am certain that the judicial process will vindicate me," Duterte declared.

On Wednesday, former senator Antonio Trillanes lodged a complaint accusing Duterte and several others of involvement in drug smuggling.

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