The Spokes: Breaking Down the Philippines' 2026 Political Landscape | Lito Banayo

January 5, 2026 Episode Get ready for thought-provoking conversations that challenge your views and sharpen your opinions. Join Atty. Edwin Lacierda and Hernani Braganza on #TheSpokes as they tackle both sides of today’s most pressing political and governance issues. In this episode, veteran political strategist Lito Banayo offers his fearless analysis of the shifting tides in Philippine governance. As 2026 unfolds, public sentiment shows a stark contrast: President Marcos’ trust ratings dip while Vice President Sara Duterte maintains strong support. Banayo breaks down tensions within the “Uniteam” and the implications for the administration amid growing scrutiny. The discussion also covers the massive flood control scandal and its impact on the 2026 national budget, including lawmakers’ rechanneling of funds from infrastructure to social services like education and healthcare. This episode provides a comprehensive guide to the key political and economic issues shaping the Philippines today. 🕥 8:00 a.m., Mondays - Fridays 📺 Free TV Ch. 31, Cignal Ch. 24, Samsung TV Plus, TCL Smart TVs, Blast TV, AmasianTV 📱 Cignal Play, BNC YouTube and Facebook Visit our website: https://bnc.ph Check out our official social media accounts: https://www.facebook.com/bncphl https://twitter.com/bncdotph https://www.instagram.com/bnc.ph https://www.tiktok.com/@bnc.ph https://www.youtube.com/@bncphl #bilyonaryonewschannel #bnc #thespokes Warning: Unauthorized use of any BNC videos without proper approval will lead to legal action to the fullest extent of the law.