Senate Deputy Minority Leader Risa Hontiveros on Monday raised serious concerns over the Government Service Insurance System’s (GSIS) decision to invest billions of pesos in what she described as “high-risk companies,” including an online gambling platform. In a fiery privilege speech delivered at the Senate, Hontiveros warned that such investments could endanger the long-term solvency … Read more
Senator Risa Hontiveros recently shared her thoughts on Vice President Sara Duterte’s new children’s book, “Isang Kaibigan,” during a Senate budget hearing. The book, which features Duterte’s life and accomplishments, has become a point of discussion between the two public figures, particularly in light of the ongoing debates over the budget allocation for the Office … Read more
The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) has formally recommended the suspension of Bamban Mayor Alice Guo to the Office of the Ombudsman, citing her alleged involvement in illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) activities within her jurisdiction. Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos disclosed the findings of a DILG task force, which was established to … Read more
In response to a request from Senator Risa Hontiveros, she advocated for the issuance of an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order (ILBO) for Apollo Quiboloy, the leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, to ensure his attendance at the Senate hearing on January 23. The said hearing aims to investigate issues related to his leadership and … Read more