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Benjamin Magalong

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong has been involved in multiple investigations into alleged anomalies and corruption in flood control projects, expressing concerns over mismanagement of public funds. He has refused invitations to some probes and emphasized his intent to testify before the House of Representatives first. Magalong's name has been proposed for leadership roles in independent commissions, though he remains a focal point in ongoing political and legal discussions.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, September 11, 2025 at 3:15 AM

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Recent developments on Benjamin Magalong

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Hontiveros supports independent probe on flood control anomalies

Senator Risa Hontiveros has welcomed the idea of an independent commission investigating the alleged anomalies in flood control projects across the Philippines, in addition to ongoing Senate and House inquiries.

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 11:15 AM

Baguio Mayor Magalong not invited to Marcos corruption probe

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong has not yet been invited to join President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s independent commission investigating alleged corruption in infrastructure projects.

Mon, September 8, 2025 at 10:24 AM

Baguio Mayor Magalong skips Senate probe, wants to testify in House first

Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong did not attend the Senate blue ribbon committee's investigation into anomalous flood control projects, stating he wishes to testify before the House of Representatives first.

Sun, September 7, 2025 at 9:45 PM

Marcos Jr. assures politicians won't be in corruption probe commission

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that politicians will not be part of the independent commission tasked with investigating alleged corruption in the country's flood control projects.

Sun, September 7, 2025 at 1:13 PM

Groups, Baguio mayor demand probe into billions in flood control funds

Progressive groups and Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong are demanding accountability for alleged corruption involving billions of pesos in public funds, particularly concerning flood control projects.

Thu, September 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PH, US mark 80th Victory Day anniversary

The Philippines and the United States commemorated the 80th anniversary of Victory Day on September 3, marking the end of World War II in the Pacific.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 10:19 PM

PBBM to form independent commission to probe DPWH infra projects

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. will create an independent commission to investigate anomalous infrastructure projects under the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 10:24 AM

PBBM creates panel to probe DPWH projects

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. ordered the creation of an independent commission to investigate alleged irregularities in flood control projects and other Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) initiatives.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo joins Mayors for Good Governance

Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo has officially joined the Mayors for Good Governance (M4GG), an organization committed to promoting transparency and accountability among local government leaders.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Senate, House probe flood control project anomalies

Both the Senate and the House of Representatives are launching separate investigations into alleged anomalies concerning flood control projects.