101 East investigates corruption in flood-control projects in the Philippines, where a scandal has sparked protests against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The government allocated $9.5 billion to over 9,800 projects in response to increasing typhoon and flood risks, yet audits show many structures are incomplete or nonexistent. Officials are accused of embezzling funds to support extravagant lifestyles, highlighting the impact of corruption on vulnerable communities. The investigation reveals how the most susceptible are suffering due to systemic corruption.
