Edwin Gardiola faces malversation complaint before Ombudsman
(1st UPDATE) Rappler first reported in 2025 that the Gardiolas’ companies had allegedly secured billions of pesos in DPWH contracts while he was House appropriations vice chairman
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[Vantage Point] The fire Marcos started, and the signature at the bottom
Suitcase testimony can explain the mechanics, but bank records, property purchases, foreign-exchange transactions, corporate ownership, and communications must supply corroboration
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Ombudsman seeks P7.23-billion budget for 2027
The Office of the Ombudsman initially proposes P12.63 billion, but the Department of Budget and Management cuts it by P5.57 billion
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35 flood control cases now pending in courts – Ombudsman
The Ombudsman is conducting preliminary investigation into 166 flood control-related complaints, and 107 lifestyle checks on public officials and employees
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[Vantage Point] Solar Para sa Bayan: When public privilege meets accountability
Senator Loren Legarda’s defense that ‘no public funds were involved’ does not fully dispose of the controversy. Public resources are not confined to money released from the Treasury.
