Castro: Lacson won't compromise Taguig flood control probe
Philippine government official Claire Castro stated that Senator Panfilo Lacson will not compromise his investigation into alleged flood control anomalies in Taguig City. This comes amid rumors of a reconciliation between Lacson and Senator Alan Peter Cayetano.
Why it matters
The statement clarifies the government's stance on maintaining accountability in public infrastructure projects despite political maneuvering.
MANILA, Philippines - Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro believes that Sen. Panfilo Lacson would not 'compromise' his goal to investigate questionable flood control projects in Taguig City just to improve his relations with Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano.Taguig City is Cayetano's bailiwick. The senator's wife, Lani, is the city mayor. Lacson did not seek a Senate inquiry on the reported irregularity in Taguig City and conducted his own probe.
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