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Ombudsman investigation into Philippine solar energy probes

Overview

Senator Loren Legarda is facing a preliminary investigation by the Office of the Ombudsman regarding allegations of graft, plunder, and conflict of interest. The probe examines whether Legarda, her son Batangas Representative Leandro Leviste, and former Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi sought exclusive government rights for solar energy ventures that reportedly never materialized, potentially leaving the state with unpaid obligations exceeding P10.44 billion.

Amid the investigation, Legarda has been on medical leave since early August to undergo evaluations for a lung condition. While Senator Panfilo Lacson dismissed reports that Legarda was seeking political asylum, labeling such claims as “fake news,” Legarda has extended her medical leave through September 2 following Senate approval. Legarda has rejected the allegations, describing them as “false and baseless.”

Entities

Office of the Ombudsman · Loren Legarda · Panfilo Lacson · Jesus Crispin Remulla

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Senator Loren Legarda extends medical leave amid solar graft probe

    Senator Loren Legarda has extended her medical leave through early September amid an Ombudsman investigation into solar energy dealings involving her and her son.

  2. 5 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Senator Lacson denies reports of Legarda seeking asylum

    Senator Panfilo Lacson denied rumors that Senator Loren Legarda is seeking asylum, stating she is abroad for medical treatment regarding a lung condition amid an Ombudsman investigation.

Sources

cebudailynews.inquirer.net · rappler.com · theglobalfilipinomagazine.com