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Brice Hernandez to testify before Independent Commission for Infrastructure
The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), established by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to probe anomalies in infrastructure projects, has begun operations.
Retired Supreme Court Associate Justice Andres Reyes Jr. chairs the commission, with former Public Works Secretary Rogelio Singson and SGV and Co. country managing partner Rossana Fajardo as members.
The ICI members have agreed to hold daily meetings and possess subpoena powers to summon witnesses and request documents.
Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Bulacan Assistant District Engineer Brice Hernandez has been subpoenaed to testify before the ICI regarding anomalous flood control projects.
Hernandez, currently cited in contempt and detained in the Senate for allegedly lying, is expected to testify before the ICI, with the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms to bring him if necessary.
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The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) clarified that the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will source its funding from the Office of the President (OP).
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Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has flagged approximately ₱1.52 billion in potentially anomalous flood control projects, involving eight construction firms linked to the Discaya family.
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The "Sumbong sa Pangulo" website, launched by President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., has received 16,275 public reports regarding flood control projects.
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The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) inspected Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) flood control projects in Quezon City.
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The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee cited dismissed DPWH-Bulacan first district engineer Henry Alcantara, DPWH assistant district engineer Jaypee Mendoza, and contractor Pacifico "Curlee" Discaya in contempt for allegedly lying during the investigation of anomalous flood control projects.
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