The social advocacy arm of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), Caritas Philippines, has called on members of the Senate to remain steadfast in their pursuit of truth and justice in the case of Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader Apollo Quiboloy. Caritas Philippines rejected insinuations that the pursuit of justice for alleged victims of human trafficking, sexual abuse, and other criminal activities constitutes 'oppression'. They urged senators to consider the plight of the alleged victims and to look beyond the personalities involved [f9cde492].
In the ongoing Senate inquiry, Senator Risa Hontiveros moved to cite Quiboloy for contempt and requested an arrest warrant after his continued refusal to attend the Senate inquiry. However, Senator Robin Padilla opposed the motion and gained the support of Senators Imee Marcos, Cynthia Villar, and Bong Go [f9cde492].
This call from Caritas Philippines highlights the importance of pursuing truth and justice in cases involving alleged wrongdoings, regardless of the personalities involved. It emphasizes the need for the Senate to consider the plight of the alleged victims and to ensure a fair and thorough investigation [f9cde492].
The Department of Justice (DOJ) stated that the Philippine government has not yet received an extradition request for Apollo Quiboloy, the founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, from the United States. This statement was made in response to a report that arrest warrants against Quiboloy had been unsealed by Central District of California Judge Terry Hatter Jr. Quiboloy has been indicted for conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking, sex trafficking of children, conspiracy, and bulk cash smuggling. The DOJ declined to comment on the hypothetical situation of Quiboloy's extradition. However, they assured that justice would be served to the alleged victims of Quiboloy and mentioned the recent reversal of dismissed charges against him. Quiboloy's legal counsel submitted three names to represent the Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) during a House committee inquiry into alleged violations of its franchise. The House panel is investigating SMNI for making threats against a lawmaker and spreading disinformation [41164413].
Senator Grace Poe has expressed her outrage and called for justice for 'Killua,' a Golden Retriever who was brutally killed in Camarines Sur. The hashtag #JusticeForKillua has been trending on social media for two days. The main suspect, Anthony Solares, admitted to killing the dog to prevent it from harming others. However, CCTV footage shows that Solares was the one chasing the dog. Senator Poe has filed a proposed law, Senate Bill No. 2458, also known as 'The Revised Animal Welfare Act,' which aims to improve animal welfare in the country. The bill includes mandatory animal welfare education in schools and the creation of a Barangay Animal Welfare Task Force. Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri has also pledged to prioritize animal welfare legislation. The existing Animal Welfare Act of 1998 already prohibits the torture, neglect, maltreatment, and killing of dogs and horses [235c4207].
An abused dog was discovered at a Las Vegas apartment complex and has prompted a search for justice. The incident occurred last week and was reported by Channel 13's Joe Moeller. The dog was rescued by a man in Las Vegas, and animal advocates are seeking justice for the abused dog. The investigation is ongoing, and more information can be found at the provided link [490fd792].
Jheyssah Tampos Montano, a woman from Dalaguete town in southern Cebu, is seeking justice for the death of her nine-month-old male cow. The cow was found on April 14, 2024, in the mountain barangay of Bulak with a slashed tongue and a knife wound in the neck. Jheyssah's sister Gina, the owner of the cow, discovered the dead animal while about to feed it. They couldn't believe that someone would desecrate the animal because they don't have any enemies in their place. As a result, they slaughtered the cow and distributed the meat to their neighbors [542cf03e].
This story highlights the importance of seeking justice not only for human victims but also for animals who suffer from abuse and cruelty. It underscores the need for stronger animal welfare laws and the commitment of individuals and organizations to advocate for justice and protection for animals [490fd792].