Why even the Ombudsman finds it hard to get lawmakers’ SALNs

MANILA, Philippines – Ombudsman Boying Remulla said his investigators are finding it hard to get the Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALNs) of House members.

This is important because the Ombudsman, as the country’s top anti-graft buster, probes the flood control corruption, where some lawmakers are allegedly involved in.

Since SALNs contain the summary of a public official’s money, properties, and even liabilities, these can serve as leads in spotting possible red flags.

Justice reporter Jairo Bolledo has more in this explainer. – Rappler.com

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