The Philippine Government Is Creaking Under the Weight of Scandal

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The Philippine Government Is Creaking Under the Weight of Scandal

Popular protest is keeping the issue of flood corruption in the news.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. speaks during a press conference at Malacanang Palace in Manila, the Philippines, on Nov. 13. November 25, 2025, 1:00 AM Comment icon View Comments ( )

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