NBI summons podcast hosts over remarks vs Kris Aquino’s PWD son
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation on Friday said it has issued subpoenas to the hosts of the now-terminated podcast “Machong Chismisan,” which drew online outrage and criticism following their remarks mocking the autism spectrum of Kris Aquino’s eldest son Joshua. According to NBI Director Melvin Matibag, the five hosts were summoned to
Where: Philippines
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philippines: 12.880, 121.770
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Awaiting deadline 45% Compliance and Clarification
The five podcast hosts appear before the NBI and provide written explanations clarifying their remarks were not intended to target individuals with disabilities but rather specific social commentary. The NBI, facing public scrutiny to avoid appearing as political persecution of media figures, decides the matter is settled by these clarifications without filing formal charges.
Watch for: NBI announces that the podcast hosts have been released after providing 'satisfactory clarifications' · No criminal complaint is filed against the 'Machong Chismisan' hosts regarding the Joshua Aquino remarks
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Awaiting deadline 30% Formal Investigation Initiated
During the NBI hearings, the hosts fail to provide adequate justification for the remarks, or the NBI determines the comments constitute libel or cybercrime under existing statutes. The agency formally refers the case to the Department of Justice or files charges with the city prosecutor's office, marking a shift from summons to legal action.
Watch for: National Bureau of Investigation files formal information for libel or cybercrime against five individuals · Department of Justice issues a warrant of arrest or holds a preliminary investigation hearing for the podcast hosts
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Awaiting deadline 0% Scenario 3
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