Ombudsman Challenges Politicians: Choose Public Service or Business Amid Graft Probe
The Philippine Ombudsman has challenged public officials, including lawmakers and mayors, to choose between public service and business, as several are under investigation for allegedly using their positions to secure lucrative infrastructure project contracts, potentially violating anti-graft laws.
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