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Witness Alleges Senators Requested DPWH Allocations
Politicsinquirer5d ago

Witness Alleges Senators Requested DPWH Allocations

A state witness testified before the Sandiganbayan Third Division that 'almost all' senators, with the exception of Sen. Panfilo 'Ping' Lacson, requested project allocations from former Public Works and Highways Secretary Manuel Bonoan.

Ombudsman May Drop Former Public Works Secretary as State Witness
Politicsphilstar9d ago

Ombudsman May Drop Former Public Works Secretary as State Witness

The Office of the Ombudsman is considering abandoning its bid to discharge former public works secretary Manuel Bonoan as a state witness before the Sandiganbayan, warning he will remain a co-accused if he continues to provide what Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Rem considers uncooperative testimony.

Former DPWH Chief Bonoan Attends Graft Case Hearing
Worldinquirer26d ago

Former DPWH Chief Bonoan Attends Graft Case Hearing

Former DPWH chief Bonoan attended a Sandiganbayan hearing regarding a graft case, where he is seeking to become a state witness. Former President Estrada has opposed the bid to drop Bonoan from the case.

Sandiganbayan to Verify Marcoleta's Fitness to Travel
Politicsinquirer1mo ago

Sandiganbayan to Verify Marcoleta's Fitness to Travel

The Sandiganbayan has scheduled a hearing to confirm the health status of former Sagip party-list Rep. Rodante Marcoleta, following a PNP doctor's report that he is now fit to travel. The court will assess his condition to determine if he can attend proceedings.

Philippine Immigration Secures Hold Departure Orders for Politicians
Worldinquirer2mo ago

Philippine Immigration Secures Hold Departure Orders for Politicians

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) in the Philippines has secured copies of Precautionary Hold Departure Orders (PHDOs) from the Sandiganbayan against Senator Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Michael Defensor, and two others, preparing to prevent their departure if encountered.

Philippine Senate Reshuffles Amid Dela Rosa Arrest Warrant Developments
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Philippine Senate Reshuffles Amid Dela Rosa Arrest Warrant Developments

The Philippine Senate is undergoing a leadership reshuffle, including Senator Ping Lacson's removal as Blue Ribbon head, following developments in the arrest warrant against Senator Bato dela Rosa. The Supreme Court's rejection of a Temporary Restraining Order against the warrant has put law enforcement on alert for his potential arrest.

Jinggoy Estrada asks Manila court to lift travel  ban order 
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Jinggoy Estrada asks Manila court to lift travel  ban order 

MANILA, Philippines — After seeking travel clearance from the Sandiganbayan, Sen. Jinggoy Estrada has also asked a Manila court to lift the precautionary hold departure order (PHDO) issued against him in connection with the plunder and graft complaint he faces in the Department of Justice (DOJ) over allegedly anomalous flood control projects. Bianca Soriano, Estrada’s

Philippine Courts to Adopt Four-Day Workweek
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Philippine Courts to Adopt Four-Day Workweek

The Philippine Supreme Court has announced that all courts nationwide, with the exception of the Sandiganbayan and the Court of Tax Appeals, will implement a four-day on-site work schedule and one day of work from home starting March 9.

Sandigan sets Revilla’s bail hearing for malversation on April 6
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Sandigan sets Revilla’s bail hearing for malversation on April 6

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan on Friday set April 6 as the start of the bail hearing for the malversation case of former Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. and his co-accused, who filed a bid for temporary release. Malversation can be a discretionary bail offense if the penalty involved is reclusion perpetua. In such cases,

Palace Rejects Calls for Jailed Senators to Join VP Trial
Politicsinquirerphilstar10d ago2 sources

Palace Rejects Calls for Jailed Senators to Join VP Trial

The Palace has rejected calls to allow jailed senators to participate in the Vice President's trial, deeming it 'special treatment.' This comes as the House team asserts that secret funds are no excuse for using fake names, and the Vice President calls for the release of former President Duterte.

Former PhilForest Officials Convicted in PDAF Scam
PoliticsRappler25d ago

Former PhilForest Officials Convicted in PDAF Scam

The Sandiganbayan has convicted former PhilForest president Erwin Krishna Santos and former vice president Marijoyce Cornel, along with two others, in connection with the PDAF scam, sentencing them to 20 to 36 years in prison and barring them from public office.

Sandiganbayan Issues New Arrest Warrants for Marcoleta and Defensor
PoliticsRapplerinquirer1mo ago2 sources

Sandiganbayan Issues New Arrest Warrants for Marcoleta and Defensor

The Sandiganbayan has issued new arrest warrants for former lawmakers Rodante Marcoleta and Mike Defensor in connection with their plunder and graft cases. The court also ordered the consolidation of Marcoleta's cases and requested reports on his status from the PNP.

Former PRA Chief Alberto Agra Acquitted of Graft Charges
PoliticsRappler2mo ago

Former PRA Chief Alberto Agra Acquitted of Graft Charges

Former Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) chief Alberto Agra has been acquitted of graft charges. The Sandiganbayan Third Division found insufficient evidence to establish that Agra represented, directed, and instructed the execution of the subject Memoranda of Agreement.

Court Allows Hospital Arrest for Bonoan at Crame
Worldinquirerphilstar2mo ago2 sources

Court Allows Hospital Arrest for Bonoan at Crame

The Sandiganbayan has allowed the hospital arrest of Bonoan, specifying that the detention will take place inside Camp Crame. This decision permits his medical confinement while under arrest.

Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada Posts Bail in Graft Case
WorldSCMPThe Independentstraits-times+3Rapplerinquirerphilstar2mo ago6 sources

Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada Posts Bail in Graft Case

Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada surrendered and posted P90,000 bail for a graft case after the Sandiganbayan ordered his arrest, though he still faces a non-bailable plunder charge. His legal team cited court motions as the reason for the delay in an arrest warrant for the plunder rap.

Hold Order Sought on Marcoleta and Donors Over Plunder Charges
Politicsphilstar2mo ago

Hold Order Sought on Marcoleta and Donors Over Plunder Charges

The Office of the Ombudsman has requested the Sandiganbayan to issue a hold departure order against Senator Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Mike Defensor, and two others, following their indictment on plunder and other charges related to a P75-million campaign fund.

VP Sara Duterte Faces Impeachment Hearing, Defends Finances
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VP Sara Duterte Faces Impeachment Hearing, Defends Finances

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing an impeachment hearing in the House, with her camp addressing accusations and her travel plans drawing scrutiny. She has also publicly refuted claims regarding billions in her bank accounts, while the House panel prepares to investigate related matters.

8 ex-police execs lose appeal in P358-M ‘ghost’ repairs case
Politicsinquirer4mo ago

8 ex-police execs lose appeal in P358-M ‘ghost’ repairs case

The Sandiganbayan has affirmed the graft convictions of eight former Philippine National Police officers and personnel involved in the P358-million “ghost” repairs and maintenance of 28 police armored vehicles in 2007. At the same time, the anti-graft court’s Special Fourth Division acquitted one of the respondents, Henry Duque, after it determined that he was not

Sandigan sets bail hearings for Revilla
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

Sandigan sets bail hearings for Revilla

The Sandiganbayan has set a 10-day hearing for the bail petitions filed by former senator Ramon Revilla Jr., and former officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Bulacan 1st District Engineering Office (DEO), over their malversation case involving a ghost flood control project in Pandi, Bulacan.

56 Witnesses to Testify in Revilla Graft Trial
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

56 Witnesses to Testify in Revilla Graft Trial

A total of 56 prosecution witnesses are slated to testify in the Sandiganbayan trial concerning the alleged ghost flood-control project in Pandi, Bulacan, involving former Senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla and six others.

Palace Defends Revilla Bail, Citing Judicial Independence
Worldinquirer6d ago

Palace Defends Revilla Bail, Citing Judicial Independence

Malacañang has defended the release of former Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. on bail, insisting that no special treatment was given and emphasizing judicial independence after his bail petition was approved by the Sandiganbayan.

Bong Revilla Granted P1-Million Bail in Malversation Case
PoliticsRapplerinquirerphilstar9d ago3 sources

Bong Revilla Granted P1-Million Bail in Malversation Case

Former Senator Bong Revilla was granted temporary freedom after the Sandiganbayan approved his P1-million bail in connection with a P92.8-million malversation case involving alleged ghost flood control projects in Bulacan.

Graft Charges Filed Against Lawmakers in Infrastructure Corruption Case
Politicsphilstar15d ago

Graft Charges Filed Against Lawmakers in Infrastructure Corruption Case

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed 14 counts of criminal charges against USWAG Ilonggo party-list Rep. James Ang Jr. and former Sultan Kudarat representative Arnulfo Go. The charges before the Sandiganbayan relate to alleged conflicts of interest linked to government infrastructure projects.

VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Continues Amidst Calls to Stop
Politicsnzzhelsingin-sanomatDW+5SCMPThe WeekRapplerinquirerphilstar23d ago8 sources

VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Continues Amidst Calls to Stop

The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is ongoing, with discussions focusing on alleged confidential funds and the potential for President Marcos to allow access to financial records. Despite calls to halt the proceedings, the trial continues, with legal experts and politicians weighing in on its progress and potential duration.

Jinggoy Estrada's Arraignment Postponed, Returns to Jail
PoliticsAPstraits-timesRappler+2inquirerphilstar2mo ago5 sources

Jinggoy Estrada's Arraignment Postponed, Returns to Jail

Former Senator Jinggoy Estrada's arraignment for graft and plunder charges, alongside Manuel Bonoan, was postponed by the Sandiganbayan to June 4, leading to his return to jail after nine years. Advocacy groups have called for an end to special privileges for high-profile detainees like Estrada.

Sandigan issues travel ban vs Marcoleta, donors
Worldphilstar2mo ago

Sandigan issues travel ban vs Marcoleta, donors

The Sandiganbayan Seventh Division has barred Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, former congressman Mike Defensor and two others from leaving the Philippines as they face plunder and bribery complaints over P75…

Philippine Government Prepares for Zaldy Co's Safe Return
Politicsinquirerphilstar3mo ago2 sources

Philippine Government Prepares for Zaldy Co's Safe Return

The Philippine government, led by the Marcos administration, is actively preparing for the safe return of Zaldy Co, guaranteeing his security and outlining plans for his processing by authorities upon arrival. High-level talks are underway with Czech officials to facilitate his repatriation.

Sandiganbayan junks Estrada motion in remaining PDAF graft case
Politicsinquirer4mo ago

Sandiganbayan junks Estrada motion in remaining PDAF graft case

MANILA, Philippines — The Sandiganbayan has denied Senator Jinggoy Estrada motion for reconsideration in connection with his cases involving the alleged misuse of the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF), with prosecutors describing the request as “unnecessary.” In a resolution promulgated Thursday, the anti-graft court’s Fifth Division rejected Estrada’s motion for reconsideration filed on Feb. 16,

Estrada asks Sandiganbayan to allow him to travel overseas
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Estrada asks Sandiganbayan to allow him to travel overseas

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Jose “Jinggoy” Ejercito Estrada on Tuesday appeared before the Sandiganbayan to secure a travel clearance to go abroad. In a motion filed before the 5th Division of the anti-graft court, Estrada notified that he will be traveling to China’s special administrative regions Hongkong and Macau, as well as in Japan from

Sandiganbayan upholds rulings vs Revilla, Co
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

Sandiganbayan upholds rulings vs Revilla, Co

The Sandiganbayan affirmed its earlier decision that denied the appeal of former senator Ramon Revilla Jr. and a former official of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to cancel their graft cases for their involvement in the flood control scandal.

Hold-departure order issued vs Eric Yap, brother
Politicsinquirerphilstar5mo ago2 sources

Hold-departure order issued vs Eric Yap, brother

The Sandiganbayan has barred Benguet Rep. Eric Yap and his brother resigned ACT-CIS party-list Rep. Edvic Yap from leaving the country as they face investigation by the Office of the Ombudsman for malversation and graft over their alleged involvement in the flood control scandal.