Senator Risa Hontiveros Stands Firm Over Bamban Mayor’s POGO Connections • PINOYSTOP

Senator Risa Hontiveros has spotlighted Bamban Mayor Alice Leal Guo’s alleged connections to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

During a recent Senate investigation into POGO activities, Hontiveros didn’t hold back her disappointment as she confronted Mayor Guo over what she deemed as lies. Despite evidence suggesting otherwise, Guo denied any association with Hong Sheng Gaming Technology Inc.. This revelation casts a shadow over the murky waters of POGO operations in the Philippines.

Senator Risa Hontiveros has raised the possibility that Mayor Guo might be more than just a local official—she could be a Chinese “asset” strategically positioned to influence Philippine affairs. This startling accusation adds a new layer of complexity to an already contentious issue.

The Senate’s inquiry, initiated by the Committee on Women and Children, is shedding light on the dark underbelly of POGO activities, which have been linked to a litany of crimes, including human trafficking, fraud, and more. But amidst the chaos, Senator Risa Hontiveros is honing in on Guo’s background and alleged ties to the gaming industry.

The allegations against Mayor Guo raise troubling questions about the extent of foreign influence in Philippine affairs. With POGO operations under scrutiny like never before, the nation watches with bated breath as the truth slowly comes to light.

Guo, however, maintains her innocence, decrying what she perceives as a trial by public opinion. Accompanied by her lawyer, she insists the allegations against her are baseless fabrications. It’s a classic he-said-she-said scenario playing out on the national stage.

As the investigation unfolds, it shows that this issue is a high-stakes showdown with far-reaching implications for Philippine governance and security. Hontiveros isn’t backing down, and neither is Guo.

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