Sandiganbayan Orders Arrest of Marcoleta, Defensor Over P75-M Donation Misuse
The Sandiganbayan anti-graft court has ordered the arrest of Senator Rodante Marcoleta and former Representative Mike Defensor, along with two co-accused, over the alleged misuse of P75 million in donations for Marcoleta's senatorial campaign. This rare move brings renewed attention to corruption issues in Philippine politics.
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