Marcoleta, Defensor Plead Not Guilty to Plunder and 'Gift' Raps

Former Representative Rodante Marcoleta and Defensor have pleaded not guilty to charges of plunder and one of three 'gift' raps against Marcoleta, with his arraignment for the remaining 'gift' rap scheduled for July 22.

22 Jul, 08:52 — 22 Jul, 16:00

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This story is significant as it involves a sitting senator facing serious charges of plunder and corruption, which can have implications for public trust in government and the rule of law. The outcome of this case could set precedents for accountability among high-ranking officials.

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Senator Rodante Marcoleta pleaded not guilty to plunder charges
Joseph Espiritu is a co-accused in the case
The plea occurred on a Wednesday

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Sen. Rodante Marcoleta pleaded not guilty to plunder

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Sen. Rodante Marcoleta pleaded not guilty to one of three 'gift' raps

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Joseph Espiritu pleaded not guilty to charges of plunder and violating a presidential decree

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Marcoleta's camp withdrew his motion to junk the case

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Joseph Espiritu's plea to the charges

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Marcoleta's camp withdrawing a motion to junk the case

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inquirerMostly Factual10h ago

Marcoleta pleads not guilty to plunder, 1 of 3 ‘gift’ raps

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Rodante Marcoleta and his co-accused Joseph Espiritu on Wednesday pleaded not guilty to charges of plunder and violating a presidential decree that prohibits government officials from receiving, and private individuals from conferring, gifts. Arraignment marks the formal start of the criminal trial proceedings, requiring the accused to appear in court where the charges

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