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Clean-satire insights from inside Congress — a place where every whispered deal eventually echoes.

“Where Power Speaks Loudly but Truth Speaks Last.”

HOUSE WATCH | When Green Power Meets a Very Red Flag

A solar energy firm associated with Leandro Leviste has been fined ₱24 billion for alleged failures to meet power supply commitments, highlighting regulatory enforcement in the renewable energy sector... ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 14, 2026•1 min read

HOUSE WATCH | When Green Power Meets a Very Red Flag

HOUSE WATCH | When Conditions Suddenly Become Controversial

Antonio Tinio hits back at Rep. Toby Tiangco for setting conditions before joining impeachment moves against Vice President Sara Duterte, highlighting divisions over accountability and timing. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 13, 2026•1 min read

HOUSE WATCH | When Conditions Suddenly Become Controversial

HOUSE WATCH | When Due Process Finally Finds the Door Locked

The Sandiganbayan affirms its declaration of Co as a fugitive from justice, stressing that court relief requires submission to jurisdiction and due process. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 13, 2026•1 min read

HOUSE WATCH | When Due Process Finally Finds the Door Locked

HOUSE WATCH | When Accusations Knock on the Courtroom Door

The National Unity Party says it will file new legal action against Cavite Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga following his bribery allegations involving support for former House Speaker Martin Romualdez. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 13, 2026•1 min read

HOUSE WATCH | When Accusations Knock on the Courtroom Door

HOUSE WATCH | When Accountability Draws a Line

Rep. Toby Tiangco says he will not back impeachment moves against Vice President Sara Duterte unless alleged “big fish” are also held accountable. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 13, 2026•1 min read

HOUSE WATCH | When Accountability Draws a Line

Franchise Probe Raises Questions of Timing, Motive, and Power

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla confirms an investigation into Rep. Leandro Leviste over the alleged sale of a mega-franchise without congressional approval, raising questions on energy governance. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 12, 2026•1 min read

Franchise Probe Raises Questions of Timing, Motive, and Power

When “Facts” Become a Shield

Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong calls for fact-based impeachment proceedings, stressing constitutional discipline amid renewed political tensions in Congress. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 12, 2026•1 min read

Philippines May Borrow Billions as Delays Stall Foreign-Assisted Projects

Lawmakers warn the Philippines may need to borrow billions as delays push foreign-assisted infrastructure projects into unprogrammed funds. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 10, 2026•3 min read

Philippines May Borrow Billions as Delays Stall Foreign-Assisted Projects

NUP Seeks Ethics Probe vs. ‘Disorderly’ Barzaga

NUP asks the House ethics committee to assess whether Rep. Francisco Barzaga remains fit to serve following alleged disorderly conduct. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 10, 2026•3 min read

NUP Seeks Ethics Probe vs. ‘Disorderly’ Barzaga

‘Lawsuits Incoming’: Zaldy Co’s Lawyer Threatens Legal Action Over Seized Vehicles

Zaldy Co’s lawyer threatens lawsuits over seized luxury vehicles, questioning whether authorities exceeded the scope of a search warrant. ...more

House of Representa’Thieves

January 10, 2026•3 min read

‘Lawsuits Incoming’: Zaldy Co’s Lawyer Threatens Legal Action Over Seized Vehicles

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₱10.5 Billion Added, No Breakdown Given: Who Approved the House’s Silent Budget Increase?

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Ilalabas Ko Ito Nang Direkta”: Leviste Responds to DPWH Insertions Controversy

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I Will Release Cabral’s Files If DPWH Allows It” — Levist Calls for Transparency

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₱150M Road Insertions in Camarines: Leviste Names Party-List, Flags Pattern in DPWH Projects

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