(GMA NEWS) The Sandiganbayan has denied an appeal seeking to reinstate the conviction of Senator Jose “Jinggoy” Estrada on one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery. In an eight-page ruling dated November 27, the anti-graft court dismissed the motion for reconsideration filed by the prosecution, saying it cannot revisit the case…
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(ABS-CBN NEWS) MANILA — The Sandiganbayan has upheld its earlier decision to acquit Senate President Pro Tempore Jose “Jinggoy” Estrada of indirect bribery and direct bribery. Jinggoy Estrada wins appeal in direct, indirect bribery conviction In a resolution promulgated on November 27, the anti-graft court’s Special Fifth Division denied the prosecution’s motion for reconsideration and…
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This situation is concerning, raising significant questions about the stability and security of our already volatile maritime domain, which is a flashpoint for geopolitical tensions. The presence of foreign military assets, especially those with offensive capabilities, increases the risk of misunderstandings and conflicts in an already sensitive region. We urge the relevant authorities—the Department of…
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(MANILA BULLETIN) The Sandiganbayan has upheld the acquittal of Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada on direct and indirect bribery charges in connection with his P183.7 million Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) from 2004 to 2014. In an eight-page resolution dated Nov. 27 and written by Associate Justice Maria Theresa V. Mendoza-Arcega, the Sandiganbayan’s…
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(POLITIKO) Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada has expressed support for the call of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the House of Representatives not to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte. “Sang-ayon ako sa hindi pagtuloy ng impeachment,” said Estrada. “There are many pressing problems in our country that need to be addressed not only by…
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