the controversial drug case involving three suspects from wealthy families sparked moves in the Philippine House of Representatives to revive the death penalty for drug traffickers

the controversial drug case involving three suspects from wealthy families sparked moves in the Philippine House of Representatives to revive the death penalty for drug traffickers. Muntinlupa City Representative Rozzano Rufino said he would file a bill seeking to impose capital punishment to drug traffickers. "Unlike murderers or rapists who may be reformed, drug lords have the capacity to live comfortable lives in prison while business goes on. They knowingly earn from the misery of others," Biazon replied in a text message when asked about his stand on the issue. Speaker Prospero Nograles said that he was open to reviving capital punishment as a way to stop the drug menace in the country. "Personally, I am seriously considering death penalty for drug suppliers and dealer," he said.