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Marcos open to Lacson proposal on recovering stolen public funds
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. is open to suggestions for recovering public funds lost through fraudulent flood control projects, Malacañang announced.
This openness follows a specific proposal by Senator Panfilo Lacson for a "retribution plus restitution" formula, offering shorter jail time for officials who return at least 80% of stolen money.
Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro confirmed the administration is receptive to all constructive suggestions aimed at recovering stolen funds and ensuring accountability.
Castro also highlighted the President's existing powers, such as executive clemency through commutation of sentence and conditional pardon, which have specific requirements.
The issue gained prominence after admissions from Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials and private contractors about their involvement with lawmakers in pocketing millions through substandard or non-existent flood control projects.
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