In a governance landscape where accountability is the ultimate KPI, a major development is gaining serious traction across both legacy media and the digital discourse. Several high-profile lawmakers—Senators Francis Escudero, Jinggoy Estrada, Bong Revilla, Nancy Binay, Joel Villanueva, and Representatives Zaldy Co and Maynard Ngu—may be looking at a not-so-festive holiday season behind bars, based … Read more
A new wave of legal headwinds is surfacing for Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero as graft and other criminal complaints were formally lodged before the Office of the Ombudsman, spotlighting what a private complainant described as a “systematic corruption playbook” allegedly executed during his leadership as governor of Sorsogon. The filing, elevated by Atty. Eldrige Marvin … Read more
The ongoing hearings into the flood control program scandal have placed a searing spotlight on the luxurious life of actress and fashion icon Heart Evangelista. Following her husband, Senator Chiz Escudero’s, entanglement in the controversy, the public’s scrutiny of Evangelista’s lavish spending has intensified, morphing admiration into sharp criticism. A single piece of jewelry—a $1 … Read more
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla has approved the request of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to issue an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order (ILBO) against several lawmakers and government officials allegedly involved in the controversial flood control projects across the country. The confirmation came from Department of Justice (DOJ) spokesperson Assistant Secretary Mico Clavano, … Read more
An ethics complaint has been filed against Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero, accusing him of “conduct unbecoming a member of the Senate” for allegedly accepting a P30-million campaign donation from a businessman whose construction company later secured billions of pesos in government contracts. The complaint was submitted by lawyer Eldrige Marvin Aceron before the Senate Committee … Read more
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Tuesday acknowledged receiving a P30 million donation from Centerways Construction for his 2022 senatorial campaign. However, he firmly denied helping the firm secure government contracts, particularly the multi-billion-peso flood control projects flagged by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The President recently disclosed that P100 billion worth of projects—nearly 20 percent … Read more
The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee has summoned the owners and executives of the 15 largest flood control project contractors to its first hearing on Tuesday, August 18, to address concerns over the concentration of multi-billion-peso contracts awarded to a small group of firms. Among those called was Lawrence Lubiano, president of Centerways Construction and Development, … Read more
Deputy Speaker and Antipolo City 1st District Representative Ronaldo “Ronnie” Puno has advised Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero to remain composed amid growing online criticism and allegations of a “demolition job” aimed at unseating him before February 2026. “Huwag na siyang masyadong kabahan siguro sa mga online-online. Ang tingnan natin ‘yung talagang ano totoo,” Puno … Read more
In a powerful speech during the 116th Commencement Exercises of the University of the Philippines (UP)–Manila on July 22, Professor Emeritus Maria Serena I. Diokno criticized Senate President Chiz Escudero for his handling of the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte. Diokno, former chairperson of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), took … Read more
At least 16 senators have already expressed their support for Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero to remain as Senate President for the 20th Congress, according to Senator JV Ejercito. In a press conference held Tuesday, Ejercito confirmed that a resolution was circulated during Congress’ recent break, gaining signatures from 15 to 16 senators. He said he … Read more