MANILA, Philippines — Officials at Malacañang dismissed accusations from Batangas Representative Leandro Legarda Leviste as baseless on Saturday. Leviste claimed that administration allies pressured him to leave the country and halt the release of documents related to flood control initiatives.
In a message sent to journalists, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro described the assertions as senseless, emphasizing that they lack any factual basis. The representative’s statements have sparked discussions amid ongoing scrutiny of infrastructure projects, particularly those aimed at mitigating flooding in vulnerable areas.
Leviste’s allegations highlight tensions surrounding transparency in government spending on disaster preparedness. As investigations continue, Malacañang maintains that all projects adhere to established protocols and legal standards.
