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Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada arrested over corruption charges

Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada surrendered to authorities and posted bail following a court order for his arrest. The charges stem from allegations of pocketing millions of dollars in kickbacks related to a flood-control project. Estrada denies the accusations and intends to defend himself, though another non-bailable charge is anticipated. AI

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Philippine Senator Jinggoy Estrada arrested over corruption charges

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Philippine lawmaker surrenders, posts bail after court orders his arrest

    A Philippine anti-corruption court ordered the arrest of a prominent senator on Friday over allegations he pocketed a kickback of millions of dollars in a flood-control project, in the latest crisis to entangle the Senate. Senator Jinggoy Estrada surrendered and posted bail befor…