PRRD finally names lawmakers allegedly getting kickbacks | Philippine Canadian Inquirer
President Rodrigo Roa Duterte delivers his speech during the ceremonial signing of the 2021 General Appropriations Act (GAA) at the Malacañan Palace on December 28, 2020. ALFRED FRIAS/ PRESIDENTIAL PHOTO MANILA – After initially refusing to name lawmakers who allegedly demanded kickbacks from project contractors, President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Monday night finally bared their names. Duterte said he decided to disclose their names after agreeing with Anakalusugan Party-list Rep. Mike Defensor that it was important to name them so as not to tarnish the image of the entire chamber. “Kaila...