A PROGRESSIVE group accused Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte of enabling Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader, Pastor Apollo Quiboloy.Kabataan Partylist-Southern Mindanao Region criticizes Duterte for her support to Quiboloy, labeling her as an 'enabler' in their press release. They pointed out that while Duterte calls for a 'fair fight' for Quiboloy, he has already been invited twice to Senate hearings, and a subpoena was issued to ensure his attendance.
The controversy stemmed from Duterte's video uploaded on Sonshine Media Network Incorporated Facebook page, where she expressed sympathy for Quiboloy and criticized the Senate hearing, alleging it lacks purpose and infringes on media freedom due to the suspension of SMNI.