Senate media slams Marcoleta for ‘irresponsible, dangerous’ quip

MANILA, Philippines — The Senate media on Thursday condemned in the “strongest possible sense” what it called dangerous, irresponsible, and reckless statements made by Sen.

Rodante Marcoleta that members of the mainstream media were “bayaran,” or paid hacks.

“Marcoleta’s accusations against the press, if not supported by evidence, erode public trust in legitimate journalism and ...