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Ombudsman urged: Probe VP’s alleged confidential fund misuse
A coalition of groups, including Tindig Pilipinas, has urged Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla to investigate Vice President Sara Duterte regarding the alleged misuse of confidential funds.
The call for investigation, submitted via a letter to the Ombudsman, is based on impeachment complaints previously filed against Duterte.
Allegations against Duterte include betrayal of public trust, malversation, graft, and corruption concerning the confidential funds of her office and the Department of Education during her time as DepEd secretary.
The groups described Duterte's justification for using confidential funds to 'investigate corruption' within her agency as an 'absurd alibi' to deflect from alleged misuse of public money.
Tindig Pilipinas emphasized the need to prevent a culture of impunity and ensure public accountability.
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