Senate Majority Denies Cayetano's 'Cover-Up' Claim, Vows Flood Control Probe Continues
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Friday dismissed Senator Alan Peter Cayetano's claim that the new Senate majority was covering up alleged anomalies in flood control projects, calling his remarks "lacking in fairness." She asserted that the majority bloc is actively pursuing and continuing the investigation.
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