Manila: Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac has ordered the immediate recall of Labor Attach© Macy Monique Maglanque, currently stationed in Los Angeles, United States, to face an official investigation back home. Maglanque was recently named in a privilege speech on the anomalous flood control projects by Senate Blue Ribbon Committee Chair, Senator Panfilo Lacson, on Tuesday, prompting the Department of Migrant Workers' (DMWs) swift action.
According to Philippines News Agency, Cacdac stated, "We have issued a recall order for Labor Attach© Maglanque to return home and personally face the investigation. No punishment has been imposed yet, but it is important that she personally face the questions - not only of the DMW but also of other investigations that may be necessary." This move reflects the agency's adherence to accountability and transparency, as mandated by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s Executive Order 94, which upholds integrity and good governance in public service.
Lacson alleged that Maglanque had connections to MBB Global Properties, a company reportedly involved in controversial flood control contracts. The issue has raised concerns over potential anomalies in public infrastructure projects. He highlighted that the firm's 2024 general information sheet shows that Maglanque serves as the MBB Global Properties Corp. president, alongside Sunshine Bernardo as corporate secretary, and Fatima Gay B. (Bonoan) Dela Cruz as its treasurer. These individuals are the children of Candaba, Pampanga Mayor Rene Maglanque, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Undersecretary Roberto Bernardo, and former DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan, respectively. Lacson noted that the MBB stands for Maglanque, Bernardo, and Bonoan.
Cacdac further noted that the recall also protects Maglanque's right to due process. "She will only face the investigation. This is part of our commitment to integrity and accountability in public service," he said. He pledged to cooperate fully with any Senate or government investigation while continuing to strengthen internal safeguards against misconduct within its ranks. Cacdac emphasized that preserving trust is essential to protecting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), who rely on labor officials abroad for their welfare and support.
