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Senate Clash Erupts Over Flood-Control Probe Allegations

9/24/2025

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Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's flood-control probe grew contentious as Lacson and Marcoleta clashed over credibility.
Marcoleta questioned Lacson's remarks about a state witness, prompting a brief hearing suspension.
Allegations surfaced against lawmakers, including budget insertions and kickbacks linked to contractors Sarah and Pacifico Discaya.
Remulla urged restitution of illegally acquired assets by the Discayas, while Marcoleta challenged the DOJ's stance.

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Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's flood-control probe grew contentious as Lacson and Marcoleta clashed over credibility.
Marcoleta questioned Lacson's remarks about a state witness, prompting a brief hearing suspension.
Allegations surfaced against lawmakers, including budget insertions and kickbacks linked to contractors Sarah and Pacifico Discaya.
Remulla urged restitution of illegally acquired assets by the Discayas, while Marcoleta challenged the DOJ's stance.