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Ejercito backs Bongbong's independent flood probe
Senator JV Ejercito supports President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s plan to establish an independent commission to investigate anomalous flood control projects.
Ejercito believes Congress should not investigate itself, especially if some members might be involved, to ensure accountability and restore public trust.
He proposed that the independent commission should comprise engineers, professionals, retired justices of unquestionable integrity, and representatives from the religious sector and civil society groups.
President Marcos Jr. explained that the commission will be completely separate from the government and will have the authority to investigate anything and anyone.
The senator stressed the importance of holding the guilty accountable to protect the innocent and demonstrate to taxpayers that their money is not being misused.
Malacañang announced last week that an executive order to establish this independent body is being finalized.
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