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Philippine Senators Debate Sara Duterte Impeachment Case
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Philippine Senators Debate Sara Duterte Impeachment Case

Philippine senators are discussing the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, with some urging the Senate to proceed and others questioning the role of Senator Jinggoy Estrada if he is absent from the trial.

Jinggoy Estrada's Arraignment Postponed, Returns to Jail
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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.

Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada Posts Bail in Graft Case
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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.

Republican Rep. Thomas Massie Loses Primary to Trump-Backed Challenger
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Republican Rep. Thomas Massie Loses Primary to Trump-Backed Challenger

Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky was defeated in his primary election by a challenger endorsed by President Trump. This outcome is widely seen as a result of Trump's campaign against Massie, whom he had criticized as a Republican critic.

Sandiganbayan junks Estrada motion in remaining PDAF graft case
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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,

Majority a no-show at Senate
Politicsphilstar12d ago

Majority a no-show at Senate

In the wake of the disturbance caused by the arrest of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada yesterday, the Senate floor was emptied of members of the majority, forcing a cancellation of plenary session as the…

Jinggoy Estrada asks Manila court to lift travel  ban order 
Politicsinquirer3mo 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

Jinggoy Estrada, co-accused given until Mar 9 to file counter-affidavits
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Jinggoy Estrada, co-accused given until Mar 9 to file counter-affidavits

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Jinggoy Estrada and his co-accused in the plunder case related to flood control anomalies were given until March 9, 2026 to respond to the complaint filed by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) before the Department of Justice (DOJ). During Monday’s preliminary investigation, the NBI moved to include more evidence in

Jinggoy Estrada, Janet Lim-Napoles Co-Accused to be Arraigned on June 30
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Jinggoy Estrada, Janet Lim-Napoles Co-Accused to be Arraigned on June 30

Senator Jinggoy Estrada and his co-accused, including Janet Lim-Napoles, are scheduled for arraignment on June 30 for their alleged involvement in the pork barrel scam. This development follows a booking procedure where no detainee shirt fit Estrada, and three co-accused have already pleaded not guilty.

Philippine Senate Deadlock Deepens After Jinggoy Estrada's Arrest
WorldSCMPinquirerphilstar11d ago3 sources

Philippine Senate Deadlock Deepens After Jinggoy Estrada's Arrest

The Philippine Senate deadlock has deepened following the arrest of Senator Jinggoy Estrada, complicating the trial of Sara Duterte. The PNP has assured a dedicated team is ready to arrest Dela Rosa, while the Palace denies executive overreach.

Jinggoy Estrada Posts Bail in Graft Case
PoliticsRapplerinquirer15d ago2 sources

Jinggoy Estrada Posts Bail in Graft Case

Jinggoy Estrada has posted bail in his graft case, avoiding immediate jail time. However, there is still no arrest order issued for a separate plunder charge against him.

Jinggoy, Joel to face plunder raps
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Jinggoy, Joel to face plunder raps

The plunder and malversation cases against Sen. Jinggoy Estrada over his alleged involvement in the multibillion-peso flood control scandal are “already ripe” and will be filed before the…