After backlash, the office and agency led by Vice President Sara Duterte relinquish their requests for confidential funds.

The Senate leadership says the secret funds totaling to ₱650 million will not be restored during the bicameral conference of the 2024 budget.

And, the Education department details its priorities for the coming year.

Pinky Webb speaks with Education spokesperson Michael Poa.

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