Absolute pardon eyed for Mary Jane Veloso, says solon

Inquirer.net - Sep 23, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the President (OP) is seriously considering granting absolute pardon to Mary Jane Veloso, who has been detained for over a decade for alleged drug trafficking, Bataan Rep. Albert Garcia said on Wednesday.  During the House sponsorship and plenary deliberations for the proposed budget of the OP for next year,

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