‘Bagmen’ lawyer ordered arrested in libel case filed by agri chief

The lawyer representing the 18 men who were previously accused of being "bagmen" for a former congressman embroiled in a major corruption scandal has been ordered to be arrested due to a libel case brought forth by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. This legal action underscores the ongoing efforts to hold individuals accountable for their roles in the public works corruption scandal, which has significant implications for governance and public trust in the Philippines. The warrant highlights the legal complexities surrounding defamation and libel charges in high-profile political cases.