Sandiganbayan suspends Marcoleta as senator over plunder case
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Sandiganbayan suspends Marcoleta as senator over plunder case

The Sandiganbayan, the Philippines' anti-graft court, has suspended Senator Marcoleta from his post over a plunder case. This ruling highlights ongoing efforts to address corruption within the country's political landscape.

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  • Senator Marcoleta Suspended for 90 Days Over Plunder Case

    Philippine Senator Rodante Marcoleta has been suspended for 90 days by the Sandiganbayan Third Division in connection with a plunder case involving an alleged P75-million donation, temporarily barring him from his legislative duties.

  • Marcoleta suspended for 90 days over plunder charges

    Philippine Congressman Marcoleta has been suspended for 90 days following charges of plunder, highlighting ongoing efforts against political corruption in the country.

  • Senator Marcoleta suspended for 90 days over plunder case

    Philippine Senator Rodante Marcoleta has been placed under a 90-day preventive suspension by the Sandiganbayan for alleged undeclared campaign contributions amounting to P75 million, facing plunder charges under the Plunder Law and Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act.