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Businessmen Co-Accused in Rodante Marcoleta's Plunder Case Arrested
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2026-07-07 01:17   Justice   10

Businessmen Co-Accused in Rodante Marcoleta's Plunder Case Arrested

Senator Rodante Marcoleta was arrested by the Sandiganbayan after a warrant was issued for his arrest in connection with a P75-million plunder case.The case alleges he received undeclared campaign donations during his 2025 senatorial bid, which were not declared in his SALN and campaign finance reports.Alongside Marcoleta, former Anakalusugan Rep.Michael Defensor and businessmen Joseph Varias Espiritu and Aristotle Baluyut Viray were also arrested.Espiritu, president emeritus of Healthwealth International Corp., and Viray, former president of G & G International, were found at a coffee shop in Quezon City and taken to the Sandiganbayan.Defensor claimed they were arrested without basis, emphasizing the need for transparency and justice.Marcoleta, meanwhile, stated he was prepared to face the charges and would not hide from them.The case highlights ongoing legal battles over alleged corruption in political campaigns.

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