That confirmed earlier separate statements to The Associated Press by two high-ranking Philippine officials, who said the U.S. request was transmitted in July. Criminal suspects in the Philippines must finish their trials and serve their sentences if convicted prior to extradition. In his heyday, Quiboloy was one of the most influential religious leaders in the Philippines and regarded as a political kingmaker. The Philippine Senate separately ordered Quiboloy’s arrest at the time for refusing to appear in public hearings about his alleged crimes. It contained a raft of charges including conspiracy, sex trafficking of children, sex trafficking by force, fraud and coercion, marriage fraud, money laundering, cash smuggling and visa fraud.