Duterte officials may face plunder charges over alleged misuse of confidential funds

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Officials from Vice President Sara Duterte's office and the Department of Education may face plunder charges for alleged misuse of confidential funds. The House committee is investigating irregularities in fund disbursement under Duterte's leadership. During recent hearings, two officials admitted to releasing large sums of money to security personnel without proper documentation. This practice reportedly violated government regulations on handling confidential funds. Duterte is also facing two impeachment complaints related to threats made against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family. Additionally, she and a security official are under investigation for other legal complaints.


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