Ombudsman Expresses Concern Over Former Senator's Bail Amid Corruption Fight
The Philippine Ombudsman expressed concern over the Sandiganbayan's decision to grant bail to former Senator Bong Revilla Jr. in a corruption case, questioning the judiciary's commitment to fighting graft and urging stronger inter-agency cooperation.
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