New Urban Poor Commissioner's Lavish Lifestyle Draws Criticism; Palace Defends Her
The newly appointed Commissioner for Urban Poor in the Philippines is facing backlash over her extravagant lifestyle, while the Presidential Palace maintains its defense of her position, fueling public discontent.
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