News 'Pure Fiction,' says Sara's counsel on alleged Madriaga 'letter' By Red Mendoza April 14, 2026 Resize Small Medium Large MANILA, Philippines — The legal counsel of Vice President Sara Duterte in her perjury case against her alleged bagman said that his handwritten testimony was "pure fiction" and "not even remotely believable," adding that his testimony is "better" for Duterte's defense.