• The EVMWB issued a statement denying it red-tagged Vanguard News journalists. Critics call the denial a deflection that fails to address how its actions endangered colleagues.
• A lack of budget transparency at the barangay level in Eastern Samar is undermining trust and accountability, leaving residents unable to track or influence how their public funds are spent.
• Allegations of anomalous budget insertions are fueling whispers of President Marcos Jr.’s impeachment, based on claims he betrayed public trust, potentially undermining citizen confidence and international dealings.
• Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa faces scrutiny over a prolonged absence from Senate duties, missing key sessions and hearings he once championed as essential for accountability.
• A ₱2.49-billion flood control budget alongside an ₱8.5-billion road fund in 2026 presents a contradictory picture, raising questions about the consistency and effectiveness of the government’s infrastructure priorities.
• A 2026 budget provision banning politicians from aid distribution aims to end its politicization and ensure help is based on need, not loyalty, sparking debate over genuine social welfare reform.
• The ESSU Board of Regents’ three-month delay for structural reports is unacceptable. Prioritizing safety cannot justify this blatant compromise of student education and extended class disruptions.
• While the approved P1.3-trillion education budget is a major commitment, its real-world impact depends entirely on DepEd’s effective implementation and responsible fund management, particularly for school-level operational expenses.
• The DPWH’s plea to restore a P45-billion budget cut, initially made for overpricing concerns, throws the 2026 budget into disarray and questions the integrity of its project planning amidst a slowing economy.
• Dr. Leachon’s proposal to replace politicians’ guarantee letters with direct PhilHealth claims seeks to cut red tape. Critics argue this merely shifts power to a flawed institution, as proper documentation is crucial for accountability and preventing fund misuse.
EVMWB’s Evasive “Denial” is a Masterclass in Gaslighting, Not Justification 
Barangay Budgets in the Shadows: The Urgent Need for Transparency in Eastern Samar 
Impeachment Rumors: Are Budget Anomalies a Legitimate Threat to PBBM’s Presidency? 
Senator Bato’s Disappearing Act: A Stark Contrast to His Fighting Words 
2026 DPWH Budget: Flood Control Maintenance Windfall 
Section 78: A Band-Aid Solution or a True Reform? Examining the Ban on Politicians’ Involvement in Aid Distribution 
ESSU Board’s Asynchronous Extension: A Deliberate Delay in Education? 
Education Budget Soars, but Will It Reach the Classrooms? 
DPWH’s Budget Maneuvers: A Recipe for Unfulfilled Promises? 
Abolish Guarantee Letters to PhilHealth: Because Honesty is Key