Is Congressman Leandro Leviste Violating the Constitution?

Congressman Leandro Leviste, founder of Solar Philippines, has accused DPWH officials of corruption — yet his own company has secured billions worth of government energy contracts through the Department of Energy (DOE). Reports show that 21 of these contracts face termination for failure to deliver on commitments, and questions are rising about whether a sitting lawmaker can legally maintain financial interest in government deals. Under Article VI, Section 14 of the 1987 Constitution, and the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act (RA 3019), members of Congress are strictly prohibited from holding financial interests in government contracts. So, while Leviste points at corruption in others, the question remains — is he himself in violation of the very laws he swore to uphold? 📰 Sources: • Philstar.com — “Leviste divesting stake in SPNEC” (June 26, 2025) • GMA News Online — “DOE: 21 contracts of Solar Philippines face termination” (Oct 10, 2024) • Inquirer.net — “Leviste names DPWH undersecretary linked to flood-control contractors” (Oct 2025) • 1987 Philippine Constitution, Article VI Section 14 • Republic Act 3019 – Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act