Tag: House of Representatives

Ridon denies P2M ‘Christmas bonus’ for lawmakers, says funds are for MOOE

BICOL Saro Party-list Rep. Terry Ridon on Friday rejected claims that some members of Congress received a P2 million “Christmas bonus” after the ratification...

VP Sara says impeachment threat being used as ‘Bargaining Chip’ ahead of 2026 budget

VICE President Sara Duterte on Monday claimed that renewed talk of an impeachment complaint against her is being wielded by some lawmakers as leverage...

House panel warns Barzaga could face tougher sanctions if he refuses to delete posts

MANILA — Cavite Fourth District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga may face stiffer penalties if he declines to take down social media posts flagged by...

Rep. Gardiola rejects allegations tied to irregular flood control projects

CWS party-list Representative Edwin Gardiola on Thursday publicly refuted accusations linking him to corruption in flood control and other government infrastructure projects. In a statement,...

Senate reintroduces anti-political dynasty bill

A new bill aimed at prohibiting political dynasties in elective positions has been filed in the Senate, where four sets of siblings currently hold...

Cassandra Ong released from detention, now ‘at large’ — Sen Gatchalian

CASSANDRA Ong, the documented representative of Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) firm Lucky South 99, has been released from the Correctional Institution for Women...

‘Deeply Irresponsible’: Tarriela slams Barzaga’s call to abolish coast guard

PHILIPPINE Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson for West Philippine Sea concerns Commodore Jay Tarriela has slammed Representative Elpidio Barzaga Jr. for calling for the abolition...

Ombudsman backs congress’ move to livestream 2026 budget deliberations

THE Office of the Ombudsman (OMB) has expressed full support for the decision of Congress’ Bicameral Conference Committee to livestream its proceedings on the...

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