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Ombudsman investigators have filed a P1.9 billion plunder complaint vs. Cagayan Rep. Jojo Lara over his alleged ownership of construction companies which won government contracts, Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said Friday.

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Ombudsman: Cagayan solon Lara under preliminary investigation over contractor ties

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