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Comelec summons Escudero over P30-M donation from contractor
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has ordered Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero to explain a P30 million campaign donation he received during his 2022 senatorial bid.
The donation reportedly came from Lawrence Lubiano, president of Centerways Construction and Development Inc.
Comelec Chairman George Garcia confirmed that a show cause order was sent to Escudero, who is scheduled to appear before the poll body on October 13, 2025.
This action follows a similar directive issued to Lubiano, who admitted to making the donation from his personal funds.
The Comelec is investigating whether the donation violated election laws prohibiting contributions from contractors with government projects.
Escudero acknowledged receiving the donation but denied any involvement in flood control projects in Sorsogon or other areas.
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Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero will attend an investigation by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) regarding a P30 million campaign donation from a contractor for his 2022 senatorial bid.
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Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero is facing an ethics complaint filed by lawyer Eldridge Marvin Aceron over a P30 million campaign donation received in 2022 from contractor Lawrence Lubiano.
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