AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSenate Power Struggle Turns Messy: Malacañang told senators to “get their act together” as the chamber’s leadership dispute spills into chaos, including a Blue Ribbon flood-control hearing pushed by the Cayetano bloc despite acting Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian’s order that there be no official hearings and no resource persons inside. Flood-Control Scandal Fallout: Alleged “18 ex-Marines” repeated kickback claims, naming lawmakers including Senators Tito Sotto and Erwin Tulfo; Sotto and Tulfo denied the allegations, while the Palace challenged the accusers to prove their story. NBI Moves on “Ex-Marines” Claims: NBI chief Melvin Matibag said the bureau will send a letter (not a subpoena) to Nancy dela Rosa and also revealed information that Mike Defensor allegedly bribed each “ex-Marine” P5 million. Courts and Quorum Fight: Sen. Jinggoy Estrada’s plunder case arraignment was reset to June 30, while the Senate’s quorum validity remains contested under a Supreme Court ruling. Weather Watch: PAGASA said habagat rains may bring light to moderate, with occasional heavy downpours, across Metro Manila and parts of Luzon. Sports & Culture: Creamline drafted Adamson’s Barbie Jamili; PVL rookie picks were limited; and Pride Month saw the restored “Macho Dancer” set for a New York premiere.
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