Recto denies ghost projects, hits back at Leviste allegations

MANILA, Philippines — Executive Secretary Ralph Recto on Tuesday denied any involvement in so-called “ghost” public works projects, pushing back against the accusations made by Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste in his privilege speech at the House of Representatives plenary. In a strongly worded statement, Recto said claims tying him to anomalous infrastructure and flood control projects were “baseless,” stressing that his record as a longtime public official in Batangas is properly documented. “I have no ghost projects. I have no flood control projects. And every project I backed as a legislator has receipts and has been felt by constituents,” he said. […]... Keep on reading: Recto denies ghost projects, hits back at Leviste allegations

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