The decision to replace Police Gen. Nicolas Torre III as Chief of the Philippine National Police is a prerogative that lies solely with the President. Like any other appointee in the Executive branch, he serves at the pleasure of the President, which means he can be removed at any time. Whatever the reason behind the…
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Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada warned that the alleged ghost projects in Bulacan may only be a small part of a bigger web of anomalies in the massive flood control projects across the country. “Tip of the iceberg lang ito. Marami pa tayong madidiskubre sa susunod na hearings,” Estrada said, adding that he…
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One of the top contractors that cornered the majority of flood control deals is allegedly behind several non-existent projects, particularly in Bulacan province, Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada revealed today. At the first hearing of the Senate Committee on Accountability of Public Officers and Investigations (Blue Ribbon) on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, Estrada…
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This is a classic case of reaping what one sows. The Chinese Coast Guard must cease and desist from engaging in dangerous maneuvers against our Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and other maritime vessels. These tactics not only endanger our maritime personnel and fisherfolk—they also escalate tensions unnecessarily. Nothing good will come of such actions, except…
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Fast and focused Jinggoy hits the ground running with 295 bills in the first two weeks of 20th Congress SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has hit the ground running in the 20th Congress, filing a total of 295 bills in just two weeks since the opening of the First Regular Session – a…
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Reports that a Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) vessel, the BRP Datu Romapenet, en route to Sandy Cay in the West Philippine Sea for a fisheries mission, was blocked by Chinese maritime militia ships are deeply concerning. I urge the concerned agencies to validate this information, as the incident—if verified—would constitute a serious…
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I stand in full support of the security deals reached between our government and India during President Marcos’ ongoing five-day visit, aimed at strengthening strategic ties as both nations navigate tensions with China across the Asia-Pacific. Malaking bagay na dumagdag ang bansang India sa mga kaalyado nating kaisa sa hangarin na mapahusay ang seguridad sa…
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SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada wants imprisonment of up to five years and a fine of as much as P1 million against scammers and unscrupulous individuals who use the free mobile emergency alert messaging system for their fraudulent schemes and election propaganda. Estrada proposed the sanctions under his Senate Bill No. 475, which…
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While I cannot speak for or on behalf of my colleagues on this matter, the Senate has always been firmly committed to the rule of law, and I expect the body, when we convene the 20th Congress, to take a collective stand by acceding to the High Court’s decision. Nonetheless, I welcome this decision, which…
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BUILDING on the gains from the enactment of the “Ligtas Pinoy Centers Act,” Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has introduced twin measures to chart a broader disaster-ready blueprint for the country — landmark legislations that seek to revolutionize the Philippines’ disaster preparedness and response system. Among Estrada’s pet bills for the 20th Congress…
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