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Panfilo Lacson

Senator Panfilo Lacson is actively investigating corruption within the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB), alleging widespread misuse of funds in flood control projects. He has called for reforms and accountability, presenting evidence of kickbacks and illegal activities involving officials and contractors. His efforts have prompted government actions, including the creation of a commission to probe DPWH anomalies.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sun, September 7, 2025 at 6:18 AM

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Recent developments on Panfilo Lacson

Mon, September 8, 2025 at 9:16 PM

Lacson to chair Senate Blue Ribbon Committee

Senator Panfilo Lacson will chair the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee, replacing Senator Rodante Marcoleta.

Mon, September 8, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Sotto replaces Escudero as Senate President

Senator Vicente Sotto III has reclaimed the Senate presidency, replacing Senator Francis Escudero in a leadership change confirmed by a vote of 15-9.

Sun, September 7, 2025 at 12:40 PM

DPWH Usec denies budget insertion allegations

Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vince Dizon stated that Undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral denied allegations of attempting to insert items into the 2026 national budget.

Sat, September 6, 2025 at 5:55 PM

Lacson to Dizon: DPWH corruption evidence to be presented

Senator Panfilo Lacson will provide Secretary Vince Dizon with evidence of corruption within the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).

Thu, September 4, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Lacson calls for PCAB overhaul amid flood control project probe

Senator Panfilo Lacson has called for a complete overhaul of the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) in light of ongoing investigations into questionable flood control projects.

Thu, September 4, 2025 at 8:46 AM

PCAB exec resigns amid corruption allegations

Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) Executive Director Atty. Herbert Matienzo resigned from his post effective September 3, citing "personal reasons."

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 8:33 PM

Senators flag anomalous projects in DPWH proposed 2026 budget

Senators are considering a significant overhaul of the Department of Public Works and Highways' (DPWH) proposed 2026 budget due to concerns over anomalous projects.

Tue, September 2, 2025 at 12:26 AM

Lacson: 2 DPWH officials lost P600M gambling

Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson alleged that at least two Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials in Bulacan each lost over P300 million in casino gambling.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 10:19 PM

PBBM creates commission to probe DPWH anomalies

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is establishing an independent commission via executive order to investigate alleged anomalies in the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) infrastructure projects.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 12:12 PM

PBBM orders PCAB revamp amid corruption probe

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a sweeping revamp of the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) amid an investigation into corruption-tainted flood control projects.