Budget watchdog flags P970B in 'pork' from 2027 national budget
The People’s Budget Coalition flagged about P970 billion in the proposed P7.2-trillion 2027 national budget, raising concerns over allocations it says could be…
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The People’s Budget Coalition flagged about P970 billion in the proposed P7.2-trillion 2027 national budget, raising concerns over allocations it says could be…
Lawmakers warn congressional budget insertions could delay infrastructure projects, while teachers say the proposed 2027 education budget falls short of…
TA former Department of Budget and Management (DBM) senior official said these programs become a debt of gratitude owed to a politician instead of the right of…
Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste apologized to fellow lawmakers affected by his release of DPWH budget documents, stressing that he is not accusing any member of…
Navotas Rep. Tobias Tiangco drew praise from political strategist Lito Banayo after revealing details of a controversial budget transaction involving former…
Budget watchdog Social Watch Philippines says the 2026 national budget still contains billions in alleged pork, citing unprogrammed appropriations,…
Minority lawmakers warn President Marcos Jr. of possible Supreme Court action if P243 billion in unprogrammed funds remains in the 2026 budget.
‘This issue should be resolved through a single, clear narrative.’
‘Ninety-seven percent of the total ASEAN hosting budget — or P17.55 billion — is directly under the Office of the President.’
Senate President Pro Tempore Ping Lacson said the Senate will “fight all the way” to keep the 2026 national budget pork-free, pushing reforms to block…
The House of Representatives is poised to approve the P6.793-trillion 2026 national budget despite opposition from minority lawmakers criticizing the…
Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson urged Congress to use recent revelations on massive budget insertions as a wake-up call for a pork-free 2026…
Senator Panfilo Lacson teams up with Senate Finance Chair Sherwin Gatchalian to champion transparency in the 2026 national budget, aiming to eliminate pork…
Senator Ping Lacson flags alleged pork barrel allocations in the 2025 budget, revealing billions funneled to lawmakers and warning of unsustainable government…
Rolleo Ignacio posts bail bond after conviction for corruption charges
