House Leaders' Districts Tied to Top DPWH Budget Allocations, Lawmaker Claims
A Philippine lawmaker has raised concerns over the proposed 2027 national budget, alleging that allocations from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) are disproportionately favoring districts represented by top House officials. The budget bill is currently under deliberation in the House of Representatives.
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