Removed PNP chief becomes czar of flood control probe

A recently removed PNP chief, Nic Torre, received two directives upon his dismissal, including becoming the czar of a commission investigating flood control project anomalies and submitting an early retirement letter.

My friend advised General Torre to accept the position temporarily until better options arise but I reminded him that such advice comes with consequences.

I argued that accepting the role as czar is akin to a 'consolation prize for fools,' given the embarrassing manner of his removal from office and the lack of clear benefits in taking on this non-existent position.

The optics of Torre's dismissal raise questions about whether he was found guilty of a crime or became a threat to some within the administration, highlighting the expendability of even loyal officials.

Considering the involvement of major contractors, politicians, and DPWH officials in the anomalies, General Torre faces significant challenges in securing full support from the President to investigate these powerful figures.