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Marcoleta Halts Flood Control Probe, Citing Need for More Evidence

Senate subcommittee inquiry paused amidst allegations of corruption in flood projects.

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Mateo Dela Cruz

June 4, 20264 min read5 views
Marcoleta Halts Flood Control Probe, Citing Need for More Evidence
Senators hold a hearing on flood control funds at the Senate session hall.
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Senator Rodante Marcoleta announced the suspension of the Senate blue ribbon subcommittee's inquiry into flood control fund corruption on June 4, 2026. This decision follows a hearing where 18 former Marines testified about alleged misappropriation of funds.

Concerns Over Investigation Transparency

Mr. Chairman, ang issue kasi here ay bakit ayaw ituloy ito (the issue here is why they do not want this to continue).

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano

During the hearing, Senator Alan Peter Cayetano expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of the investigation. He questioned the apparent reluctance to pursue the case aggressively, hinting at possible biases in the selection of witnesses.