Petitioners representing different camps last week challenged before the Supreme Court the declaration of martial law and suspension of writ of habeas corpus over the whole Mindanao.
Here are parts of their opening arguments:
LISTEN: Snippets of arguments vs martial law at SC
Lawyer Marlon Manuel and Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman (right) faced the Supreme Court to argue against the declaration of martial law in Mindanao, saying it is an extreme measure not called for by facts released by President Rodrigo Duterte's government. Composite photo