Beckles Defends Party Amid Corruption Claims | Trinidad and Tobago News

Tensions flare within the Peoples National Movement as MP Brian Manning accuses party leaders of corruption and sudden wealth, sparking a firestorm—but leader Penelope Beckles stands firm, insisting accusations without evidence are unacceptable and that legal channels, not her, must handle such claims. Manning’s allegations against former chairman Patricia Alexis—centered on lucrative contracts and a Florida mansion—are backed by Home Security Minister Roger Alexander’s reference to “shocking” documents. Beckles maintains she won’t expel Manning, reaffirms party procedures, and insists any criminal conduct must be investigated by police—not her. Despite public fallout and resignations, she dismisses leadership criticism, calls for calm, and says an internal inquiry will soon wrap up—while hinting some members may return. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d123fcca3b2abae4