Senator Erwin Tulfo, chair of the Senate blue ribbon committee, has publicly accused the minority bloc of obstructing efforts to reopen a probe into flood control projects. Tulfo stated the reason for this blocking is “obvious,” implying it’s linked to investigations previously led by former chair Ping Lacson. Lacson’s prior work focused on scrutinizing individuals potentially involved in irregularities within flood control initiatives. The reopening of the probe would likely revisit these lines of inquiry. Tulfo’s accusations suggest the minority aims to protect those Lacson was investigating. This development raises questions about transparency and accountability regarding government spending on flood control infrastructure. The committee's ability to effectively investigate remains uncertain given the opposition.