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Philippine President's Aid Distribution in Batangas Sparks Controversy

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s visit to Batangas for aid distribution was met with criticism after a local representative claimed 84 barangays were excluded from the assistance. Each barangay was set to receive ₱200,000.

24 Apr, 19:03 — 24 Apr, 19:03
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Leviste hits exclusion of 84 Batangas barangays in aid distribution

MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. visited Batangas on Friday for the distribution of ₱200,000 assistance to every barangay. Batangas 1st District Rep. Leandro Legarda Leviste, however, said in a statement that at least 84 barangays were not invited and one barangay captain was told by the Batangas Liga ng Barangay president that

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