Carlos Zarate's statement that the temporary of closure of
PCSO operations was a diversion from the issue on the vetoed anti-endo bill.
"The
PCSO continues its endeavor to fight and eradicate illegal gambling and corruption as the agency thrives (sic) in serving the public, especially those who are in dire need of help," Garma also said.
The former
PCSO chief suggested that
PCSO should take over small town lottery operations.
Sgt Timothy Brown PC Janice McArthur PC Paul Brown PC Paul Whitely PC Daniel Cook PC Carl Drinkle PC Steve Robinson
PCSO Mark Ballinger
PCSO Stephen Cook
PCSO Christopher Clark
According to
PCSO, Malasakit Centers are part of its Individual Medical Assistance Program (IMAP), which received P8.68 billion from its charity fund in 2018.
'PACC Commissioner Greco Belgica already has in his possession all the documents to prove corruption in Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office(
PCSO) since May 2019,' Cam said in a statement.
The senator also affirmed his support for President Duterte's move to shut down the
PCSO's gaming operations, including the very popular Lotto, over corruption and mismanagement issues, among others.
Ang said he was in Manila when Go called, but that he later met Duterte and told the president about alleged irregularities at the
PCSO.
In a brief interview before the Senate plenary session, Go told Senate reporters that the President knew fully well that many indigent Filipinos depend on the
PCSO to help them with their medical and hospitalization expenses.
Belgica noted that these officials, who will undergo lifestyle check, hold 'critical' and 'important positions' in
PCSO.