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Gela Atayde fires back at Arjo critics
Gela Atayde defended her brother, Quezon City Representative Arjo Atayde, against criticisms regarding his alleged connections and frequent travels, stating his income comes from acting and business ventures, not corruption.
She clarified that their family helps constituents because they can, and questioned negative reactions to their charitable acts.
Gela highlighted that Arjo entered politics not for luxury but to serve the public.
Her defense comes days before Sarah and Curlee Discaya released a list linking several individuals, including Arjo Atayde, to alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
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Quezon City Representative Arjo Atayde denied accusations of benefiting from flood control project contractors Sarah and Curlee Discaya.
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Quezon City Representative Arjo Atayde has been linked to an alleged kickback scheme involving flood control projects, sparking renewed online discussions about the "AlDub" love team of his wife Maine Mendoza and Alden Richards.
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Maine Mendoza publicly defended her husband Arjo Atayde against allegations of soliciting money for flood control projects, stating the claims are untrue.
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