MANILA, Philippines — Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV on Thursday said his declaration of intent to seek the presidency in the 2022 elections was not meant to pressure Vice President Leni Robredo to run for the highest post in the country.
Trillanes said his decision to announce his intent to run for president was triggered by a “confluence of events,” including Robredo’s transfer of residence from Naga City to another town which, the former senator said, would qualify her to run for governor of Camarines Sur.
“Definitely this move is not to pressure Vice President Leni Robredo in any way.”
“This is a requirement by the [1Sambaya…
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