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House to review intel funds after Alice Guo escape
House Committee on Appropriations Chairperson Elizaldy Co announced a review of how government agencies utilize intelligence funds following the escape of former Bamban Mayor Alice Guo, who was subject to a Lookout Bulletin Order.
Co stated that Congress takes the allocation and use of intelligence funds seriously and wants to prevent such lapses from happening again.
He emphasized the need to ensure that every peso of intelligence funds is used appropriately and effectively, calling for stronger oversight and accountability.
The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) suggested that public officials might have assisted Guo in leaving the country.
PAOCC spokesperson Winston Casio expressed confidence that Guo is attempting to enter the Golden Triangle.
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Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros will lead the chamber's investigation into the alleged escape of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo.
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