Tag: Corruption
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Philippine House of Representatives Votes to Impeach Vice President Sara Duterte
In a significant political development, the Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, with the decision being swiftly forwarded to the Senate for further action. The vote saw an overwhelming support from over 200 lawmakers, marking a critical juncture in the nation’s political landscape. The impeachment process was initiated during…
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Senate Report Highlights Persistent Threat of POGO-Linked Crime Despite Ban
A recent Senate committee report has raised alarms about the ongoing threat posed by criminal syndicates associated with Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), despite their official ban. The report, presented by Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros, underscores the adaptability of these criminal networks, which have shifted their operations to new sectors such as casinos…
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Malacañang Confirms 2025 Budget Cleansed of Unnecessary Expenses
MANILA – The Presidential Palace has confirmed that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has meticulously removed all unnecessary items from the 2025 national budget, ensuring it aligns with the country’s key priorities. This announcement came in response to criticisms from the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), who had expressed concerns over the budget’s…
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Philippine National Police Urges Fugitive Ex-Chief to Surrender in Major Drug Case
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has issued a stern call for a former high-ranking official, implicated in the mishandling of a PHP6.7-billion drug seizure in Manila, to turn himself in and confront the legal charges against him. Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo, the PNP spokesperson, made this appeal following claims by the fugitive, Brig. Gen. Narciso…
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ARTA Ramps Up Digital Initiatives to Combat Bureaucratic Hurdles
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) has announced a significant push towards digitalization to streamline public services and eradicate bureaucratic delays. In a recent performance review broadcasted on PTV-4’s Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, ARTA Director General Ernesto Perez emphasized the agency’s commitment to enhancing efficiency through technology. Perez highlighted the impact of Executive Order 32, signed by…
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ARTA Ramps Up Digital Initiatives to Combat Bureaucratic Delays
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) is stepping up its efforts to enhance public service efficiency and eradicate bureaucratic hurdles through digital transformation, as announced by ARTA Director General Ernesto Perez during a performance review on PTV-4’s Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon on January 27, 2025. Perez emphasized the agency’s commitment to implementing Executive Order 32, which has…
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President Marcos Jr. Grants Executive Clemency to Former Iloilo Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog
In a significant move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has extended executive clemency to Jed Patrick Mabilog, the former mayor of Iloilo City. This decision was confirmed by Malacañang, with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announcing the clemency via a text message to reporters. Mabilog, who had been dismissed in 2017 on charges of misconduct and…
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President Marcos Grants Executive Clemency to Former Iloilo Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog
In a significant move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has granted executive clemency to Jed Patrick Mabilog, the former mayor of Iloilo City. This decision was confirmed by Malacañang, with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announcing the news via text message to reporters. The clemency effectively removes any penalties or disabilities associated with Mabilog’s administrative case,…
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House Leader Defends 2025 Budget Against Allegations of Irregularities
In a robust defense of the 2025 national budget, Deputy Majority Leader and La Union 1st District Representative Paolo Ortega V refuted claims made by former President Rodrigo Duterte about the presence of ‘blank appropriations’ in the budget. Ortega labeled these accusations as disinformation intended to manipulate the budget process and reinstate confidential funds previously…
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New Bill Proposes Firing Squad Execution for Corrupt Government Officials
In a bold move to curb corruption, Zamboanga del Norte Representative Khymer Adan Olaso has introduced House Bill 11211, dubbed the Death Penalty for Corruption Act, to the Philippine House of Representatives. The proposed legislation aims to enforce the death penalty by firing squad for government officials found guilty of corruption, misappropriation of public funds,…
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