The budget debates for the Office of the Vice President and Education department — both led by VP Sara Duterte — rescheduled, just when they were getting interesting.

Later, the Commission on Audit finds the OVP used up its ₱125-million confidential funds for 2022 within a shorter period of time than previously reported.

Amid growing tensions in the West Philippine Sea, is it time to reallocate confidential funds to better protect the country's territorial waters?

Citing the "escalating threats in the West Philippine Sea," ranking members of the House of Representatives announced they have made a “collective decision” to reallocate confidential and intelligence funds to agencies directly related to safety and security.

Pinky Webb speaks with House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo 1st District Rep. Janette Garin and Gabriela Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas.

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