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PBBM Issues Strong Warning on Flood Control Probe: “To Those Still Accused, Surrender Now”

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has delivered a firm message regarding the ongoing investigation into the alleged flood control fund irregularities. His statement serves as a warning that those who may have been involved should cooperate with authorities and face the legal process.

The government has intensified its review of flood control projects following widespread public concern over flooding in several parts of the country and questions about how billions of pesos in public funds were spent. Authorities have stated that investigations will determine whether any anomalies or misuse of funds occurred.

The message attributed to President Marcos emphasizes accountability and cooperation with the investigation. Officials have repeatedly said that those found responsible—regardless of political affiliation—should answer before the law if evidence supports the allegations. It is important to note that investigations are ongoing, and any determination of guilt ultimately rests with the courts after due process.

Filipinos have long demanded greater transparency in infrastructure spending, especially for projects intended to protect communities from flooding. The public expects thorough investigations, accountability where warranted, and stronger safeguards to ensure government funds are used effectively. As with any legal matter, allegations should be evaluated based on evidence, while respecting the presumption of innocence until proven guilty.

The flood control investigation remains a closely watched issue. As more official findings become available, the public will be looking for transparency, accountability, and concrete reforms to help prevent similar concerns in the future.

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​🇺🇸 U.S. vs ICC? America Moves to Weaken the International Criminal Court

​🇺🇸 U.S. vs ICC? America Moves to Weaken the International Criminal Court

Nagpatupad ang Estados Unidos ng mas agresibong hakbang upang pahinain ang operasyon ng International Criminal Court (ICC).

Ayon sa administrasyon ni U.S. President Donald Trump, itinuturing nilang banta ang ICC sa soberanya ng Amerika at sa operasyon ng kanilang military at law enforcement agencies.

Sinabi ni U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio na ginagamit umano ng ICC at ng mga kaalyado nito ang international law, treaties, at iba pang legal mechanisms bilang “sandata” laban sa Estados Unidos, sa halip na tradisyonal na armas tulad ng bala at missiles.

Bilang bahagi ng kampanya laban sa ICC, inanunsyo ng U.S. State Department na magsasagawa ito ng mga hakbang upang sistematikong pahinain ang kakayahan ng tribunal na mag-operate. Kabilang dito ang:

• Pagpapataw ng karagdagang sanctions
• Travel bans
• Visa restrictions
• At paghikayat sa iba pang mga bansa na umatras o kumalas sa ICC.

Samantala, may ilang international law experts na nagsasabing walang jurisdiction ang ICC sa mga krimeng nangyari sa teritoryo ng Estados Unidos, dahil hindi naman naging state party ang U.S. sa Rome Statute, ang treaty na nagtatag sa ICC. Dahil dito, matagal nang kinukuwestiyon ng Amerika ang kapangyarihan ng tribunal na imbestigahan o usigin ang mga mamamayan at opisyal nito.

Patuloy namang sinusubaybayan ng international community ang lumalalim na tensyon sa pagitan ng Estados Unidos at ng ICC, dahil maaari itong magkaroon ng malaking epekto sa pandaigdigang sistema ng international justice.

16 Votes Are Required

BREAKING: CHIZ ESCUDERO NILINAW KUNG BAKIT 16 VOTES ANG KAILANGAN PARA MA-CONVICT SI VP SARA DUTERTE SA IMPEACHMENT TRIAL

MANILA, Philippines — Nilinaw ni dating Senate President at kasalukuyang Presiding Officer ng impeachment trial na si Francis “Chiz” Escudero kung bakit 16 na boto mula sa mga senator-judges ang kailangan upang magkaroon ng conviction laban kay Vice President Sara Duterte.

Ayon kay Escudero, hindi ang impeachment court at hindi rin ang mga senator-judges ang nagtakda ng 16-vote requirement. Aniya, ang bilang na ito ay direktang nakabatay sa 1987 Philippine Constitution at sa umiiral na batas, hindi sa anumang internal agreement o bagong panuntunan.

Ipinaliwanag niya na ang legal na batayan ng 16-vote threshold ay ang Supreme Court ruling sa Bayan v. Zamora, na nagsisilbing gabay sa pag-interpret ng constitutional majority sa mga usaping may kinalaman sa Senado.

Binigyang-diin din ni Escudero na hindi ito bagong rule na ginawa para lamang sa impeachment trial ni VP Sara Duterte. Sa halip, ito ay isang constitutional requirement na nakaugat sa umiiral na jurisprudence at matagal nang legal standards.

Ang paglilinaw na ito ay ginawa habang patuloy na nakatutok ang publiko sa impeachment proceedings laban kay VP Sara. Ayon kay Escudero, ang buong proseso—kasama ang kinakailangang bilang ng boto para sa conviction—ay isinasagawa alinsunod sa Konstitusyon at sa umiiral na batas ng Pilipinas.

BREAKING: CHIZ ESCUDERO CLARIFIES WHY 16 VOTES ARE REQUIRED TO CONVICT VP SARA DUTERTE IN THE IMPEACHMENT TRIAL

MANILA, Philippines — Former Senate President and current Presiding Officer of the impeachment trial, Francis “Chiz” Escudero, has clarified why 16 votes from the senator-judges are required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte.

According to Escudero, the 16-vote requirement was not created by the impeachment court or the senator-judges themselves. He emphasized that the threshold is directly based on the 1987 Philippine Constitution and existing laws, not on any internal agreement or newly established rule.

Escudero explained that the legal basis for the 16-vote threshold is the Supreme Court’s ruling in Bayan v. Zamora, which serves as the guiding legal interpretation in determining the constitutional majority required in matters involving the Senate.

He also stressed that this is not a new rule created specifically for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Rather, it is a constitutional requirement founded on long-standing jurisprudence and established legal principles.

Escudero issued the clarification as public attention remains focused on the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. He reiterated that the entire trial process—including the number of votes required for a conviction—is being conducted in accordance with the Philippine Constitution and the country’s existing laws.

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