The Office of the Ombudsman has found probable cause to file graft and malversation charges at the Sandiganbayan against former Ilocos Sur Rep. Salacnib Baterina and former Budget Secretary Rolando Andaya Jr. in connection with the alleged anomalous use of the former’s Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) or pork barrel in 2007.

Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales on Wednesday ordered the filing of charges against Baterina, Andaya Jr., Budget Undersecretary Mario Relampagos and Rosario Nuñez, Lalaine Paule and Marilou Bare, former employees of the Department of Budget and Management.

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