Tens of thousands of Filipinos continued demonstrations in Manila for a second consecutive day, demanding accountability for alleged corruption in government flood-mitigation projects. The protests, organized by the influential Iglesia Ni Cristo church, began Sunday and drew over 600,000 participants nationwide. Protesters voiced frustration at what they see as ineffective investigations into irregularities revealed by an internal audit ordered by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in August. The audit uncovered serious anomalies in flood-control projects, implicating public works officials, lawmakers, and construction executives accused of profiting from substandard or non-existent infrastructure. The scandal has shaken investor confidence and contributed to slower economic growth. Marcos has established a commission to probe the allegations and pledged that those responsible will face jail before Christmas. Demonstrators, however, remain skeptical, citing delays and a lack of visible accountability nearly 100 days after the inquiry began.