
A former Philippine lawmaker has been arrested on allegations of embezzling millions of dollars that had been earmarked for flood control projects, according to Al Jazeera. The case centres on claims that public funds intended to protect communities from flooding were instead diverted for personal gain. Authorities detained the ex-lawmaker as part of the investigation. The allegations have not been proven in court, and it remains unclear what specific charges the former official faces.
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