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Sandiganbayan.
special appellate collegial court in the Philippines
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Mateo, a former vice mayor of Romblon, submitted his resignation after his conviction was finalized by the Supreme Court.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman lamented the dismissal of corruption cases, discussed trends with the Supreme Court, and met with Galvez in Manila.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A court denied a dismissal plea over bribery, following a filmmaker's exposure of flood control corruption in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez is facing a plunder case and an arrest order from the Sandiganbayan over a kickback scheme.Well supported14 reports
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Zaldy's case is being heard before the Sandiganbayan court in Manila, while he was also nominated for a party-list.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman filed cases in Sandiganbayan.Some support2 reports
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Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. was charged with graft over conflict of interest by the Sandiganbayan.Some support1 report
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Martin and Jose Manuel Romualdez are facing investigation by the Sandiganbayan, which has denied motions related to their cases.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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A complaint has been filed with the ombudsman regarding alleged kickbacks related to flood control projects, leading to the suspension of a senator.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Legal proceedings unfold as Sandiganbayan suspends Jinggoy Estrada over graft, while the ICC investigates alleged crimes of the Duterte administration.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Sandiganbayan ruled against a home detention request for Juliet Calvo, who is confined at Philippine Heart Center over a project in Mindoro.Some support1 report
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Sandiganbayan orders arrest for Jinggoy Estrada over plunder charges related to kickbacks and graft.Some support4 reports
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Sara Duterte faces an unexplained wealth case and Senate subpoenas regarding her husband's businesses.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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The Supreme Court has ruled on the matter of public officer wealth, allowing the Ombudsman to charge Sara Duterte before the Sandiganbayan.Some support1 report
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Vince Dizon is testifying in the Sandiganbayan regarding graft charges related to a flood control project in Mindoro.Some support3 reports
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President Marcos is facing calls for accountability regarding corruption issues from the ombudsman and Sandiganbayan, which handles cases against implicated politicians.Well supported9 reports2 developments inside
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The Senate held an impeachment trial against Sara Duterte on September 17, 2026, utilizing records from the Ombudsman and Sandiganbayan.Some support2 reports
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The Ombudsman received intelligence reports on his travel attempts and referenced a Sandiganbayan hold order concerning Martin Romualdez.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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Eugenia Duran Apostol, a journalist, established the Philippine Daily Inquirer and published critical work regarding the Marcos regime and the Sandiganbayan trials.Some support1 report
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Duterte commented on the judicial process, referencing the appointment power of Benigno Aquino III and the role of Sandiganbayan during Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.Some support1 report
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Supreme Court overturned a Sandiganbayan conviction involving Imelda Marcos, noting her past role in Metro Manila and financial interests in Swiss foundations.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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The Supreme Court acquitted Imelda Marcos of graft charges after the Sandiganbayan approved her bail.Some support2 reports
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Ombudsman is preparing charges against Rodante Marcoleta. Plunder charges have been filed in Sandiganbayan, concurrent with a protest by the Iglesia ni Cristo in Quezon City.Well supported30 reports2 developments inside
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The ombudsman is seeking the Chief Justice's intervention regarding a malversation case concerning a flood control project in Bulacan.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Hernandez faces malversation charges, and Revilla is co-accused in a DPWH case involving officials in Bulacan.Some support1 report
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Supreme Court affirmed Sandiganbayan's ruling, declaring Mangopina Trading ineligible to supply.Some support1 report
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Sandiganbayan issued an arrest warrant against Martin Romualdez, following comments by Antonio Tinio.Some support1 report
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Sandiganbayan is a court in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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Manuel Bonoan faces kickback allegations from flood control projects, and the court ordered his release from detention.Some support2 reports
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Maryann Corpus-Mañalac, an Associate Justice, faced charges related to flood control corruption on September 3, 2026.Some support1 report
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Justice Karl Miranda chaired the division that ruled on a case in the Sandiganbayan.Some support3 reports
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Bong Revilla is facing charges from the Ombudsman regarding a project in Pandi, Bulacan, which he accessed information about from the Department of Public Works.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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The Sandiganbayan is currently reviewing contracts involving the Department of Public Works (DPWH) as part of ongoing graft cases in the Philippines.Some support1 report
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Rappler investigated budget corruption links and Manuel Bonoan testified about leadership funds allocation.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Manuel Bonoan is accused of plunder regarding flood control kickbacks, linking the scandal to Janet Lim-Napoles and the house of representatives.Some support1 report
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Ombudsman's delays led to the court dismissing cases concerning Iloilo City.Some support1 report
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The Sandiganbayan convicted Imelda Marcos for violating anti-graft laws.Some support1 report
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Ombudsman filed graft charges against Rivera, who is connected to Tarlac.Some support2 reports
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Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Ronald Chua, a former deputy secretary, to the court, which involved the Commission on Appointments and the Sandiganbayan.Some support1 report
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Justice system issues affecting political prisoners were reported on August 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Sandiganbayan granted bail to Bong Revilla on August 4, 2026, after he was previously ordered to return funds to the National Treasury. Miranda dissented on the decision.Some support3 reports
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Legal proceedings are underway in Sandiganbayan concerning a project in Pandi, Bulacan, where a former DPWH undersecretary testified.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Charges regarding flood control plunder and graft were filed against Jinggoy Estrada and are being heard before the Sandiganbayan.Well supported20 reports2 developments inside
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Jinggoy Estrada and Mike Defensor filed petitions for bail while the Ombudsman investigated Estrada's alleged plunder scheme.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman filed graft counts against Arnulfo Go, who now faces charges in the Sandiganbayan.Some support2 reports
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Ombudsman resolutions set time-bar for court motion regarding a graft case involving Flerida A. Alberto, which the court subsequently denied reinvestigation for.Some support1 report
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Court found Janet Lim-Napoles guilty of graft and malversation by the Sandiganbayan.Some support2 reports
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Rodante Marcoleta is facing bribery charges under Presidential Decree 46.Some support2 reports
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The Ombudsman alleged improper procurement practices by Rama, while the Sandiganbayan dismissed graft cases against him.Some support3 reports
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Sandiganbayan enforces court orders concerning arrests and confinement involving the Philippine National Police.Some support1 report
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In a case involving Sandiganbayan, the court rejected a motion for judges' recusal and denied a furlough request for a wake.Some support1 report
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Rodante Marcoleta was taken into custody by Sandiganbayan on July 1, 2026, during his arrest in Quezon City.Some support2 reports
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Sandiganbayan archived the criminal case against Elizaldy Co on July 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman announced it would file a case in the Sandiganbayan, while rallies were simultaneously taking place at the EDSA monument site.Some support1 report
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An investigation into alleged kickbacks related to flood control projects has led to the initiation of proceedings and the preventive suspension of a senator.Some support1 report
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Imelda Marcos, a Sandiganbayan Associate Justice, handled an ill-gotten wealth case on June 6, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Dadah Kiram Ismula questioned the court's dismissal of cases regarding Ferdinand Marcos Sr.'s assets, which were established under Corazon Aquino's administration.Some support1 report
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Cases concerning anti-dengue vaccine resumed in the Sandiganbayan, involving the Philippine College of Physicians.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Sandiganbayan
Events traced to Sandiganbayan, step by step, newest first- Flood-control corruption scandal may increase Sandiganbayan's caseloadFlood-control corruption scandal may increase Sandiganbayan's caseload.Possible
- Ombudsman probe into DPWH corruption may increase Sandiganbayan's caseloadCorruption probe into DPWH engineers may increase Sandiganbayan's caseloadLikely
- Sandiganbayan may adjudicate new cases after fund misuse probeSandiganbayan may handle new corruption cases following Ombudsman's fund misuse evaluationPossible
- Sandiganbayan may handle Lara plunder case after Ombudsman probeSandiganbayan docket may grow as Ombudsman probes Lara's alleged plunderLikely
- Graft charges against former representative may increase Sandiganbayan workloadIncreased caseload may strain the Sandiganbayan's operational capacity.Likely
- Sandiganbayan may handle major political corruption casesSandiganbayan may face increased caseload from high-profile corruption probesPossible
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- New ownership links may strengthen Sandiganbayan's graft investigationNew ownership links may strengthen Sandiganbayan's graft investigationPossible
- Healthcare corruption allegations may increase Sandiganbayan's caseloadThe Sandiganbayan may face increased caseload from healthcare corruption probesLikely
- Sandiganbayan may handle more cases from fuel misuse probesThe Sandiganbayan may see increased caseloads from Ombudsman fuel misuse probesPossible
Around Sandiganbayan this week
News at the entities that move Sandiganbayan most-
ombudsman StructuralThe Ombudsman publicly accused Martin Romualdez of corruption, and the House-approved budget has been submitted to the Senate.Moves Sandiganbayan
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supreme court StructuralJudicial review of draft laws is required by the Supreme Court.Moves Sandiganbayan
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Department of the Interior and Local Government TransactionalPAWS called on multiple government agencies, including DILG, PNP, DENR, DTI, and BAI, to conduct investigations.Moves Sandiganbayan
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Philippines StructuralThe US imposes new tariffs on imports originating from the Philippines.Moves Sandiganbayan
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senate StructuralUS strikes on Qeshm Island coincide with Qatar stepping up mediation efforts, while Democrats gain control of Congress and oil prices fall.Moves Sandiganbayan
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Vince Dizon OperationalThe Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) acted on a directive issued by Vince Dizon.Moves Sandiganbayan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 72, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Martin Romualdez Structural
Sandiganbayan is formally prosecuting Martin Romualdez on charges of plunder and kickbacks related to public works.
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Rodante Marcoleta Structural
Sandiganbayan formally prosecutes and regulates Rodante Marcoleta regarding plunder and graft charges.
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Sara Duterte Structural
Sandiganbayan is formally investigating Sara Duterte regarding graft, plunder, and unexplained wealth charges.
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ombudsman Structural
The Ombudsman initiates accountability cases which are formally reviewed and adjudicated by the Sandiganbayan court.
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Janet Lim-Napoles Transactional
Sandiganbayan found Janet Lim-Napoles guilty of graft and malversation.
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Jinggoy Estrada Structural
Sandiganbayan formally prosecutes and regulates Jinggoy Estrada regarding graft and plunder charges.
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Mike Defensor Transactional
Sandiganbayan initiated and maintained formal legal proceedings against Mike Defensor regarding bribery charges.
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Karl Miranda Structural
Karl Miranda serves as a Justice and Chair of the Sandiganbayan Third Division.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court functions as the final appellate body, setting standards and having jurisdiction over the Sandiganbayan's rulings.
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Bong Revilla Transactional
Sandiganbayan has issued multiple rulings and granted bail to Bong Revilla in legal proceedings.
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Office of the Ombudsman Structural
The Office of the Ombudsman initiates and files graft and plunder cases that are subsequently processed by the Sandiganbayan.
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Maryann Corpus-Mañalac Structural
Maryann Corpus-Mañalac serves as an Associate Justice of the Sandiganbayan.
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Manuel Bonoan Structural
Manuel Bonoan was subject to the jurisdiction of the Sandiganbayan, facing charges and testifying regarding graft and plunder cases.
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Philippines Structural
Sandiganbayan is a specialized court whose function and existence are dependent on the legal framework of the Philippines.
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Benigno Aquino III Structural
Benigno Aquino III was appointed as a justice of Sandiganbayan in 2012.
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Imelda Marcos Transactional
Sandiganbayan formally charged, convicted, and managed the bail process for Imelda Marcos regarding ill-gotten wealth.
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Zaldy Structural
Zaldy is a defendant in a case being heard by the Sandiganbayan court.
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Department of the Interior and Local Government Transactional
DILG initiates a request to Sandiganbayan regarding the placement of Romualdez under custody.
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Leandro Leviste Structural
Leandro Leviste is subject to legal cases and jurisdiction of the Sandiganbayan.
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Vince Dizon Operational
Vince Dizon is currently appearing before the Sandiganbayan to address graft charges.
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Rama Structural
Sandiganbayan, a judicial body, holds jurisdiction over Rama, whose graft cases were recently dismissed.
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senate Structural
The Senate provides legislative support, such as budget allocation, to the Sandiganbayan court for its anti-graft functions.
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Sherwin Gatchalian Structural
Sandiganbayan formally ordered Sherwin Gatchalian to implement a suspension.
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Elizaldy Co Transactional
Sandiganbayan handled and archived a criminal case against Elizaldy Co.
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Arnulfo Go Transactional
Arnulfo Go is facing graft charges brought by the Sandiganbayan.
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Joseph Estrada Transactional
Sandiganbayan investigated Joseph Estrada regarding infrastructure corruption and ordered the forfeiture of his ill-gotten wealth.
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James Ang Jr. Transactional
Sandiganbayan is handling 14 counts of graft charges involving James Ang Jr.
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Congress Structural
Sandiganbayan functions as a judicial body that reviews allegations concerning the budget processes of Congress.
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Tarlac Operational
Graft charges originating in Tarlac are being adjudicated by the Sandiganbayan court.
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Sultan Kudarat Structural
Sandiganbayan issued an arrest order against Sultan Kudarat.
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Department of Public Works Structural
Sandiganbayan exercises formal judicial oversight by reviewing contracts and actions taken by the Department of Public Works.
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Bulusan Transactional
Sandiganbayan named Bulusan as a co-accused in a legal proceeding.
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Dadah Kiram Ismula Structural
A is utilizing the Sandiganbayan court system to challenge the dismissal of cases.
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Bato Operational
they act on each other directly
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Zosima Transactional
The court (Sandiganbayan) reviewed the compassionate plea of the defendant (Zosima) as part of ongoing judicial proceedings.
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Alan Peter Cayetano Operational
Cayetano proposed operational changes regarding Sandiganbayan allowing his attendance in proceedings.
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Ronald Moreno Operational
Ronald Moreno actively participated in proceedings before the Sandiganbayan by questioning a prosecution witness.
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Chel Diokno Operational
Chel Diokno challenged the Sandiganbayan's jurisdiction concerning property inclusion in investigations.
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Iloilo City Shared context
Sandiganbayan handles cases within the jurisdiction of Iloilo City.
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Marcos Transactional
Sandiganbayan issued a historical sentencing judgment against Marcos's mother for corruption.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Mateo, a former vice mayor of Romblon, submitted his resignation after his conviction was finalized by the Supreme Court.
- A court denied a dismissal plea over bribery, following a filmmaker's exposure of flood control corruption in the Philippines.
- Zaldy's case is being heard before the Sandiganbayan court in Manila, while he was also nominated for a party-list.
- The Ombudsman filed cases in Sandiganbayan.
- Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. was charged with graft over conflict of interest by the Sandiganbayan.
- Sandiganbayan ruled against a home detention request for Juliet Calvo, who is confined at Philippine Heart Center over a project in Mindoro.
September 2026
18 events- The Ombudsman filed a case against Martin Romualdez.
- Ombudsman filed plunder charges against Romualdez; Sandiganbayan issued hold departure order.
- The Ombudsman lamented the dismissal of corruption cases, discussed trends with the Supreme Court, and met with Galvez in Manila.
- Martin Romualdez is facing a plunder case and an arrest order from the Sandiganbayan over a kickback scheme.
- Sara Duterte faces an unexplained wealth case and Senate subpoenas regarding her husband's businesses.
- The Supreme Court has ruled on the matter of public officer wealth, allowing the Ombudsman to charge Sara Duterte before the Sandiganbayan.
- Vince Dizon is testifying in the Sandiganbayan regarding graft charges related to a flood control project in Mindoro.
- The Senate held an impeachment trial against Sara Duterte on September 17, 2026, utilizing records from the Ombudsman and Sandiganbayan.
- Eugenia Duran Apostol, a journalist, established the Philippine Daily Inquirer and published critical work regarding the Marcos regime and the Sandiganbayan trials.
- Duterte commented on the judicial process, referencing the appointment power of Benigno Aquino III and the role of Sandiganbayan during Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.
- Supreme Court overturned a Sandiganbayan conviction involving Imelda Marcos, noting her past role in Metro Manila and financial interests in Swiss foundations.
- The Supreme Court acquitted Imelda Marcos of graft charges after the Sandiganbayan approved her bail.
- Hernandez faces malversation charges, and Revilla is co-accused in a DPWH case involving officials in Bulacan.
- Supreme Court affirmed Sandiganbayan's ruling, declaring Mangopina Trading ineligible to supply.
- Sandiganbayan issued an arrest warrant against Martin Romualdez, following comments by Antonio Tinio.
- Sandiganbayan is a court in the Philippines.
- Manuel Bonoan faces kickback allegations from flood control projects, and the court ordered his release from detention.
- Maryann Corpus-Mañalac, an Associate Justice, faced charges related to flood control corruption on September 3, 2026.
August 2026
11 events- The ombudsman is seeking the Chief Justice's intervention regarding a malversation case concerning a flood control project in Bulacan.
- Justice Karl Miranda chaired the division that ruled on a case in the Sandiganbayan.
- The Sandiganbayan is currently reviewing contracts involving the Department of Public Works (DPWH) as part of ongoing graft cases in the Philippines.
- Rappler investigated budget corruption links and Manuel Bonoan testified about leadership funds allocation.
- Manuel Bonoan is accused of plunder regarding flood control kickbacks, linking the scandal to Janet Lim-Napoles and the house of representatives.
- Ombudsman's delays led to the court dismissing cases concerning Iloilo City.
- The Sandiganbayan convicted Imelda Marcos for violating anti-graft laws.
- Ombudsman filed graft charges against Rivera, who is connected to Tarlac.
- Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Ronald Chua, a former deputy secretary, to the court, which involved the Commission on Appointments and the Sandiganbayan.
- Justice system issues affecting political prisoners were reported on August 1, 2026.
- Sandiganbayan granted bail to Bong Revilla on August 4, 2026, after he was previously ordered to return funds to the National Treasury. Miranda dissented on the decision.
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July 2026
15 events- Sandiganbayan orders arrest for Jinggoy Estrada over plunder charges related to kickbacks and graft.
- The Ombudsman received intelligence reports on his travel attempts and referenced a Sandiganbayan hold order concerning Martin Romualdez.
- Ombudsman is preparing charges against Rodante Marcoleta. Plunder charges have been filed in Sandiganbayan, concurrent with a protest by the Iglesia ni Cristo in Quezon City.
- Bong Revilla is facing charges from the Ombudsman regarding a project in Pandi, Bulacan, which he accessed information about from the Department of Public Works.
- Jinggoy Estrada and Mike Defensor filed petitions for bail while the Ombudsman investigated Estrada's alleged plunder scheme.
- The Ombudsman filed graft counts against Arnulfo Go, who now faces charges in the Sandiganbayan.
- Ombudsman resolutions set time-bar for court motion regarding a graft case involving Flerida A. Alberto, which the court subsequently denied reinvestigation for.
- Court found Janet Lim-Napoles guilty of graft and malversation by the Sandiganbayan.
- Rodante Marcoleta is facing bribery charges under Presidential Decree 46.
- The Ombudsman alleged improper procurement practices by Rama, while the Sandiganbayan dismissed graft cases against him.
- Sandiganbayan enforces court orders concerning arrests and confinement involving the Philippine National Police.
- In a case involving Sandiganbayan, the court rejected a motion for judges' recusal and denied a furlough request for a wake.
- Rodante Marcoleta was taken into custody by Sandiganbayan on July 1, 2026, during his arrest in Quezon City.
- Sandiganbayan archived the criminal case against Elizaldy Co on July 1, 2026.
- The Ombudsman announced it would file a case in the Sandiganbayan, while rallies were simultaneously taking place at the EDSA monument site.
June 2026
10 events- Martin and Jose Manuel Romualdez are facing investigation by the Sandiganbayan, which has denied motions related to their cases.
- A complaint has been filed with the ombudsman regarding alleged kickbacks related to flood control projects, leading to the suspension of a senator.
- Legal proceedings unfold as Sandiganbayan suspends Jinggoy Estrada over graft, while the ICC investigates alleged crimes of the Duterte administration.
- President Marcos is facing calls for accountability regarding corruption issues from the ombudsman and Sandiganbayan, which handles cases against implicated politicians.
- Legal proceedings are underway in Sandiganbayan concerning a project in Pandi, Bulacan, where a former DPWH undersecretary testified.
- Charges regarding flood control plunder and graft were filed against Jinggoy Estrada and are being heard before the Sandiganbayan.
- An investigation into alleged kickbacks related to flood control projects has led to the initiation of proceedings and the preventive suspension of a senator.
- Imelda Marcos, a Sandiganbayan Associate Justice, handled an ill-gotten wealth case on June 6, 2026.
- Dadah Kiram Ismula questioned the court's dismissal of cases regarding Ferdinand Marcos Sr.'s assets, which were established under Corazon Aquino's administration.
- Cases concerning anti-dengue vaccine resumed in the Sandiganbayan, involving the Philippine College of Physicians.