Luxury Cars Missing During Search Warrant Operation
During a recent operation, most of the 12 luxury cars linked to a search warrant were missing. Officials reported that the Bureau of Customs (BOC) found only three luxury cars on the property of former Pasig City mayoral candidate Cezarah “Sarah” Discaya. Of these, two were directly mentioned in the search warrant.
BOC chief Ariel Nepomuceno confirmed the limited findings, highlighting the absence of the majority of the vehicles during the Tuesday operation. The search aimed to recover all the luxury cars subject to the warrant.
Independent Commission for Flood Control Projects Nears Completion
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that the independent commission set to investigate flood control projects nationwide will be finalized very soon. He shared this update during an ambush interview in Zambales when asked about Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong’s rumored appointment to the panel.
Local leaders noted the urgency of completing the commission to address ongoing concerns about flood control initiatives across the country.
House Tricommittee Demands Financial Disclosure to Ensure Transparency
The House tricommittee probing irregularities in flood control projects is enforcing strict transparency measures. Representatives from the public accounts, public works, and good government committees will be required to disclose any financial or business interests that might influence their investigation.
Committee chair and Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon approved a motion by Akbayan Rep. Chel Diokno mandating members to submit a conflict of interest disclosure within five days. This move aims to uphold the integrity of the inquiry.
ICC Visitors Must Keep Discussions Confidential, Vice President Sara Duterte Says
Vice President Sara Duterte shared that visitors to detained former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC) are now prohibited from publicly revealing their conversations during official visits. She explained that the ICC’s detention unit reminded them of the strict visitation rules.
Speaking in The Hague, the Vice President emphasized the importance of respecting these conditions while visiting their father, who is currently held at the ICC detention center.
Leyte Rep. Richard Gomez Apologizes Over Media Contact Leak
Leyte Representative Richard Gomez apologized to journalists whose names and contact information were inadvertently exposed in a Facebook post. He admitted during a privilege speech that he could have managed the situation more carefully.
Gomez explained that reporters were simply seeking his perspective following Mayor Bernie Tacoy of Matag-ob, Leyte’s claim that the lawmaker failed to coordinate flood control projects with the local government. He expressed understanding of the media’s role and the need for clear communication.
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