Palace: Bato Dela Rosa arrest rumor diversion from COA findings

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday dismissed as a “diversionary tactic” the circulation of unverified reports claiming that Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa had been arrested, saying they were intended to divert public attention from irregularities flagged in Vice President Sara Duterte’s confidential funds. On Tuesday afternoon, unconfirmed reports circulated saying that Dela Rosa had been