Marcos most guilty in passing corrupt budget – BAYAN, ACT Teachers Party
“He is involved in every step of the budget process, and his recent pronouncement about the bicam underscores his absolute power on how the budget will be finalized,” BAYAN said.
Farmers: Tacloban causeway project destroying mangroves, livelihood
“Every overpriced project and every destroyed mangrove tells a story of injustice against farmers and fisherfolk. The Marcos government must be held accountable for both human rights violations and corruption against the poor.” Manalo said.
Continuing corruption in the Marcos budget; why the people’s outrage must continue
No prosecutions, no accountability and a budget that continues the system of corruption – protests must continue this October. Support the youth-led protests on October 17. Support the farmers’ who are victims of flooding, corruption and low palay prices who will march on October 21.
Firms With Family, Political Ties Corner Lion’s Share in Isabela Flood Control Projects
A handful of firms cornered a disproportionate number of contracts of the flood control projects in Isabela, data from Sumbong sa Pangulo showed, raising questions about concentration, political links, and possible conflicts of interest in government procurement.
BAYAN: House approval of ‘pork budget’ to spark more protests
“What good is an investigation when the very budget being approved today perpetuates the mechanisms that enable corruption? The Marcos administration’s anti-corruption rhetoric is exposed as hollow posturing when confronted with the reality of ₱696 billion in presidential and congressional pork barrel allocations in this budget.”
Interior Isabela Town Tops Flood Control Funds Despite Low Flood Risk
While these works are intended to mitigate water overflow, local observers note that a number of them are situated in areas with low or moderate flood susceptibility, raising questions about project prioritization.
Ex-Solon’s Hometown Bags Bulk of Flood Control Projects in Nueva Vizcaya
The hometown of former three-term House Rep. Luisa Lloren Cuaresma has emerged as the biggest recipient of flood control projects in Nueva Vizcaya, topping all other municipalities in both number of projects and total allocation, data from Sumbong sa Pangulo website showed.
Unprogrammed funds in 2026 budget ensure continuing corruption, Makabayan warns
Posturing of reforms in government spending remains a farce if unprogrammed funds remain part of the proposed 2026 national budget, progressive lawmakers warned.
Cagayan Solon Slammed for Conflict of Interest in DPWH ‘Epal’ Projects
A town mayor in Cagayan province has accused Cagayan 3rd Dist. Rep. Joseph “Pulsar” Lara of allegedly profiting from projects carried out by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), using his firm as the private contractor.
Philippines tops global risks index
The entire world must take pity on the Philippines, not only for suffering from the depredations of the ruling political dynasties and regimes notorious for plundering the country’s wealth, but also for the ultimate tragedy of being the most vulnerable country to typhoons, flooding, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and the twin disasters of El Nino and La Nina.