VP Leni slams Mocha Uson for fake news on relief efforts

Vice President Leni Robredo has criticized OWWA deputy administrator Mocha Uson for allegedly spreading fake news about the relief efforts for Taal Volcano eruption victims.

Robredo accused Uson of falsely claiming on social media that her office provided only five pieces of bread and a bottle of water to evacuees.

The Vice President stated that Uson, who receives a salary from taxpayers, continues to spread lies and urged an end to fake news proliferation.

Robredo's office actually provided 1,000 face masks and 2,101 food packs to evacuees in three Batangas towns, with donations from private companies and the Kaya Natin! Movement.

Uson's false claim circulated online after Robredo's visit to evacuation centers, insinuating the Vice President prioritized photo opportunities over genuine assistance.

Robredo refuted Uson's claims as 'fake news' and expressed disappointment that a tragedy was being used to spread falsehoods.

Robredo dared Uson to visit the areas she went to in Batangas and personally ask the evacuees about the relief goods provided by her office.

The Vice President also highlighted that her Angat Buhay program partners provided not only food and water but also sleeping mats, blankets, and dust masks to affected residents.