Antonio Carpio

Antonio Carpio is a retired Senior Associate Justice of the Philippine Supreme Court. He is newsworthy due to his proposal to update the Philippines' Foreign Agents Act of 1979. This proposal aims to address concerns about the rise of “Filipino trolls” allegedly spreading pro-Beijing content and influencing public opinion. Carpio's suggestion comes amid growing anxieties regarding foreign interference in Philippine political discourse and national security. While not directly involved in the impeachment calls against President Marcos, his focus on national security and foreign influence aligns with the broader context of political tensions and accusations of government misconduct highlighted by the impeachment attempt. His expertise and past role in the Supreme Court lend weight to his recommendations regarding national security legislation.