Kris Aquino defended her friend, Laguna Congresswoman Marlyn Alonte-Naguilat, in social media over congresswoman’s involvement in a bribery scandal.
According to Justice Sec. Vitaliano Aguirre, Alonte and former senator Jamby Madrigal tried to bribe high-profile inmates to recant their testimonies against Sen. Leila de Lima on her alleged involvement in the illegal drug trade inside the National Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City.
For this reason, Aquino took to her Instagram to express her support to Alonte. She quoted Oprah Winfrey’s notable statement in a photo.
The quote says:
“Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.”
She captioned the photo by applauding the congresswoman. The 46-year-old wrote: “This is a better post to show the depth of my love, friendship and faith, and loyalty in @lenalonte. She is hardworking, dedicated, kindhearted, and above everything else, 100% committed to public service.”
The host then continued by writing that she and Alonte have been friends for almost seven years. Hence, she “respectfully disagree with the unfounded accusations” by Aguirre towards her friend.
“We have been close friends for more than 7 years – walang benefit at all to her to remain my friend, and yet she has chosen to stay close to me & make me feel like I am her true ATE, MA BAIT, MARANGAL, MAGPAGKAKATIWALAAN…I respectfully disagree w/ the unfounded accusations made by Secretary Aguirre. #Truth,” she further said.
Reactions to the post were mixed since Aguirre is infamous for accusing somebody without further evidence.
