PNoy: SC meddling too much
MANILA, Philippines - President Benigno Aquino III said the Supreme Court has been meddling too much, making it difficult for him to run the government.
In an exclusive interview with Bombo Radyo aired on Thursday, Aquino said the Supreme Court seems to be overchecking the executive department.
He reiterated his openness to amend the Constitution and clip this power of the high court.
"Mukhang sumobra naman yata dun sa... lahat pinapakialaman... nagiging mahirap lalo patakbuhin ang gobyerno... 'yung judicial reach mukhang dapat i-review, lagyan ng hangganan," Aquino said.
Aquino cited the unanimous decision of the Supreme Court that declared partially unconstitutional the Disbursement Acceleration Program (DAP) of his administration.
The same ruling also declared that authors and proponents of the DAP will be held accountable unless proven innocent by the proper tribunal.
The President said the Supreme Court may have presumed the executive department guilty when it should be the other way around.
"Sa Bill of Rights, presumed innocent until proven guilty. Dito binago: guilty until proven innocent... Parang napalitan yata 'yung Saligang Batas dito," Aquino said.
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