New urban poor commissioner's lavish lifestyle draws flak; Palace defends her
The recent appointment of Zofia Canlas, 27, as commissioner for the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor (PCUP) has sparked online backlash due to her seemingly lavish lifestyle, with photos of international travel surfacing. The Palace, however, defended the appointment, citing her prior experience and dedication to public service.
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