SC voids Duterte order dismissing Ombudsman Deputy Carandang, cites abuse of authority
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-05-02 18:27 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Crime & Justice, Justice, Philippines, Law & Courts, Sexual Violence, World News, Crime & Justice, Asia Pacific
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MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court has voided the dismissal of former Overall Deputy Ombudsman Arthur Carandang, ruling that then president Rodrigo Duterte exceeded his authority in ordering the penalty.
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