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Solons clash as House tackles budget
Lawmakers are set to debate the proposed P6.793 trillion national budget for 2026 amidst ongoing questions surrounding the current year's spending plan.
During a House probe on flood control, Caloocan Rep. Edgar Erice moved to summon former senator Grace Poe and Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co, who headed the bicameral conference committee on the 2025 budget, to address alleged irregularities.
Davao City Rep. Isidro Ungab reiterated his claim that the P6.326 trillion 2025 budget is "the most corrupt budget" ever passed.
Ungab challenged the former committee members to deny his accusation, implying their silence validates his claim.
This controversy highlights a significant credibility issue for government spending, especially as the administration proposes a larger P6.793 trillion budget for 2026, an increase of P467 billion.
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