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Comelec to hold Marcoleta accountable over campaign spending report

LAWIN.newsNovember 19, 2025016 views

The Commission on Elections will issue a show-cause order to Sen. Rodante Marcoleta next week over possible inconsistencies in his declared campaign expenditures for the 2025 midterm elections in the Philippines. The order will require Marcoleta, a candidate in the upcoming polls, to explain his total reported spending compared with figures in his submitted campaign finance documents. Comelec’s campaign finance office will review his explanation and supporting records to determine compliance with election spending rules and decide whether further administrative or legal action is necessary under Philippine law.

Discaya couple may face charges next, says Remulla

LAWIN.newsNovember 19, 2025018 views

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said contractors Curlee and Sarah Discaya will likely be the next to face criminal charges in court over alleged widespread anomalies in flood control projects. He confirmed that the Department of Justice and the Office of the Ombudsman are preparing complaints against the couple as part of a broader probe into irregular infrastructure contracts. Authorities continue to review documents, project records, and testimonies and will release more details once prosecutors file the cases.

Graft raps filed vs Zaldy Co, DPWH execs in Oriental Mindoro flood projects

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025028 views

The Office of the Ombudsman filed graft and corruption charges against former lawmaker Zaldy Co and several Department of Public Works and Highways officials over alleged irregularities in flood control projects in Oriental Mindoro. Prosecutors brought the cases before the Sandiganbayan under the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, citing alleged undue injury to the government and unwarranted benefits to contractors. The charge sheets detail questioned DPWH flood mitigation works, procurement procedures, and project implementation in the province. The Sandiganbayan will raffle the cases, issue notices for arraignment, and hear evidence from both the prosecution and the defense.

Supreme Court rejects Dela Rosa’s bid to force release of ICC warrant

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025030 views

The Supreme Court of the Philippines denied Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa’s petition seeking to compel government agencies to release an alleged International Criminal Court arrest warrant reportedly tied to the anti-illegal drugs campaign. In a resolution, the Court ruled that Dela Rosa failed to show a clear legal right or a ministerial duty on the part of the agencies to disclose the document, rejecting his plea for a writ of mandamus. The decision left unresolved, on the judicial record, whether such an ICC warrant exists and did not require any agency to confirm or deny its existence.

Palace tags Imee Marcos as defender of ‘self-confessed murderer’

LAWIN.newsNovember 18, 2025034 views

Malacañang accused Senator Imee Marcos of protecting former President Rodrigo Duterte, whom it labeled a “self-confessed murderer,” in an escalation of tensions between the Palace and the senator. The Office of the President issued the statement after Marcos renewed her criticism of the administration and defended Duterte, who previously made public claims about killings linked to his anti-crime and anti-drug campaigns. The exchange highlighted deepening rifts between political factions allied with the Marcos and Duterte families, who ran together in the 2022 elections.

DBM allocates P1.28 trillion for education

LAWIN.newsNovember 17, 2025013 views

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) announced that the education sector will receive P1.28 trillion under the House-approved Fiscal Year 2026 national budget. The allocation covers key education agencies and programs, including basic and higher education, technical-vocational training, and support services such as classrooms, learning materials, and scholarships. The House of Representatives passed the spending plan after deliberations on sectoral priorities and will transmit the measure to the Senate for further review and amendments before final approval and enactment into law.

CBCP cautions public on politicizing Zaldy Co’s claims

LAWIN.newsNovember 16, 2025016 views

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Friday cautioned the public and political actors against using former Ako Bicol representative Zaldy Co’s allegations for political gain and called for due process in addressing the issue.

Marcos heads to Negros Occidental after typhoon impact

LAWIN.newsNovember 16, 2025021 views

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday visited typhoon-hit areas in Negros Occidental to inspect damage from Typhoon Tino and check on the condition of evacuees in temporary shelters. Local officials and national agencies briefed him on the extent of damage, response operations, and the status of relief distribution, while disaster teams continued clearing operations and infrastructure assessments. Health, agriculture, and education officials also evaluated the impact on services and facilities, as authorities maintained evacuation centers and monitored conditions in vulnerable communities.

Malacañang dismisses Zaldy Co’s latest bombshell as hearsay

LAWIN.newsNovember 15, 2025020 views

Former Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co accuses President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and ex-Speaker Martin Romualdez of authorizing P100 billion in dubious budget allocations for public works in 2025. The Palace dismisses the claims as “pure hearsay.” The controversy continues amid ongoing investigations into public spending.

Sara Duterte warns Marcos administration using sedition to intimidate critics

LAWIN.newsNovember 15, 2025021 views

Vice President Sara Duterte warned President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration against using sedition charges to intimidate critics, ahead of a rally by Iglesia ni Cristo. Duterte emphasized the threat of “inciting to sedition” amid recent charges against Cavite Rep. Kiko Barzaga.