The 17-minute clip on his social media channel on Tuesday is the first time Teves faced the camera to rebut the accusations against him in more than two weeks.
MANILA, Philippines – Embattled Negros Oriental 3rd District Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr., in a new video posted on Facebook, rehashed numerous claims to defend himself from allegations of murder and illegal possession of firearms, as well as from his failure to show up before a House ethics committee investigation.
Teves lamented how the committee insisted that he show up in person, even though he said there were supposed threats to his safety. Teves also decried how he was supposedly being singled out for his recent absences, and subsequently dared the House leadership to release the attendance records of all lawmakers since the 17th Congress.
sector to themselves,” he said. “But I hope you notice other people in government who use your name for their self-interests.”Teves said he heard Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla say he didn’t reach out to him, but Teves insisted he tried to call Remulla. Remulla said on Tuesday Teves texted him, expressing his intent to talk to the justice secretary.
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