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De Lima Precedent Cited to Deny Online Senate Voting
Worldinquirer3mo ago

De Lima Precedent Cited to Deny Online Senate Voting

A previous Senate decision denying former Senator Leila de Lima virtual voting privileges is being used as a precedent to deny the same arrangement for Sen. Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa. This has sparked a discussion about the rules for online participation in Senate proceedings.

Lawmakers Question Leviste's Vote-Buying and Bribery Claims
Politicsinquirer3mo ago

Lawmakers Question Leviste's Vote-Buying and Bribery Claims

Jose Antonio Leviste faced scrutiny from lawmakers after claiming widespread vote-buying in the House and alleging a P1 billion offer to Vilma Santos to withdraw from a gubernatorial race. Senators Leila de Lima and Ralph Recto responded to his statements, with some legislators dismissing his claims as hearsay.

VP Sara Duterte Faces Scrutiny Over Disallowed P73M Confidential Funds
PoliticsSCMPRapplerinquirer+1philstar4mo ago4 sources

VP Sara Duterte Faces Scrutiny Over Disallowed P73M Confidential Funds

The Commission on Audit (COA) has disallowed P73 million in confidential funds for Vice President Sara Duterte's office, leading to calls for her to return the money. A House panel is scheduled to investigate her wealth and the fund issue, while a witness named Madriaga has made claims regarding the funds and her family.

Leila De Lima ‘reveals’ contents of ‘maleta’ in viral video
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Leila De Lima ‘reveals’ contents of ‘maleta’ in viral video

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila De Lima on Monday acted out in humor the kickback allegations by “bagmen” with her clutching a “maleta” (suitcase) and a paper bag in a video clip that has since gone viral.  De Lima was accused by the supposed 18 former Marines-turned-“bagmen” of receiving wads of cash

Padilla Files Counter-Affidavit in Bato Escape Case
PoliticsRapplerphilstar1mo ago2 sources

Padilla Files Counter-Affidavit in Bato Escape Case

Senator Robin Padilla claims to have filed a counter-affidavit regarding the case involving the alleged escape of former Senator Leila de Lima's co-accused, Jose Adrian Dera, from police custody. The case is linked to an incident where Dera was reportedly seen outside his detention facility with former Bureau of Corrections chief Gerald Bantag.

Philippines urged to rejoin ICC
Worldinquirer2mo ago

Philippines urged to rejoin ICC

Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima has filed a resolution urging the Philippine government to restore its membership in the International Criminal Court (ICC) to uphold the rule of law.

Madriaga needs more protection amid reported intimidation – De Lima
Worldinquirer5mo ago

Madriaga needs more protection amid reported intimidation – De Lima

MANILA, Philippines — Ramil Madriaga, Vice President Sara Duterte’s alleged former bagman, should be given more protection amid supposed acts of intimidation against him, Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima said on Wednesday. De Lima made the call after Madriaga’s counsel claimed that his client faced a threat to his life while detained at

More solons question timing of cash suitcases issue
Politicsinquirer6mo ago

More solons question timing of cash suitcases issue

MANILA, Philippines — More lawmakers have questioned the timing of allegations that several lawmakers received money in suitcases, with Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima saying it is merely a demolition job. In a statement on Wednesday, de Lima said the accusations that she was among the individuals who received the suitcases are “preposterous” and were timed

Zaldy Co Arrested in Europe Amid Philippine Corruption Probe
WorldBBCSCMPindex-hr+5straits-timesRapplerinquirerphilstarmyjoyonline4mo ago8 sources

Zaldy Co Arrested in Europe Amid Philippine Corruption Probe

Filipino businessman Zaldy Co has been arrested in Europe, initially in Germany and then transferred to the Czech Republic, in connection with an ongoing corruption probe into flood control projects in the Philippines. Philippine authorities are preparing for his potential return and facing calls to expedite his extradition.

De Lima named as new House senior deputy minority leader
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

De Lima named as new House senior deputy minority leader

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila De Lima was named the new House senior deputy minority leader, replacing Caloocan City Rep. Edgar Erice. House Minority Leader Marcelino Libanan moved to replace Erice and nominate De Lima during the regular House session on Tuesday. READ: Leila De Lima ‘reveals’ contents of ‘maleta’ in viral

Lawyer of 18 ‘bagmen’ admits oversight in de Lima’s inclusion in list
Politicsinquirer6mo ago

Lawyer of 18 ‘bagmen’ admits oversight in de Lima’s inclusion in list

MANILA, Philippines — The lawyer of the 18 supposed “bagmen” of former Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Elizaldy Co on Thursday admitted a possible “oversight” in naming Mamamayang Liberal partylist Rep. Leila de Lima among the lawmakers who allegedly received suitcases of cash as kickbacks from flood control projects. Atty. Levito “Levi” Baligod’s admission directly contradicted

Sara Duterte impeach raps to be sent to justice panel, De Lima confirms
Politicsinquirer6mo ago

Sara Duterte impeach raps to be sent to justice panel, De Lima confirms

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima confirmed that the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte will be sent to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice when the chamber resumes its session on Monday. De Lima, in an ambush interview after members of the House committee on rules met for