Alexander Gesmundo

Alexander Gesmundo is the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines, actively working on enhancing judicial security and integrity. He has warned the public about fake court documents circulating online and is exploring international collaboration with the US DOJ to strengthen the Judiciary Marshals Office. Additionally, he concluded hearings on PhilHealth fund transfers and inaugurated a new hall of justice in Dapa to improve legal services in Mindanao.

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Last updated at April 29, 2025.

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SC investigates case-fixing allegations in missing 'sabungeros' case

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla stated on Monday that the Supreme Court is investigating allegations of case fixing involving members of the judiciary amid the missing 'sabungeros' case.
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DOJ warns of judicial infiltration in missing sabungero case

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla warned on Thursday that powerful figures with significant financial influence might be behind the missing sabungero case, potentially infiltrating even Philippine courts.
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SC rules employers must prove bank receipt of payroll for salary payments

The Supreme Court has ruled that employers must provide proof showing payroll was submitted to and received by a bank to demonstrate salary payments through banks.
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Marcos, Duterte mark PH Independence Day with ceremonies

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte issued messages on Thursday, June 12, as the Philippines marked its 127th Independence Day.
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SC launches 'Judicial Burnout Scale' app for Filipino judges

The Supreme Court (SC) launched the 'Judicial Burnout Scale for Filipino Judges' app on May 30 to help judges identify signs of burnout.
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Marcos Jr. most trusted, approved despite dip

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. remains the most trusted and approved top government official in the country despite a slight drop in his latest ratings according to OCTA's 'Tugon ng Masa' survey conducted from April 2 to 5.
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Marcos appoints Baddiri, Acebido as CA justices

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has appointed Hon. Edilwasif Tapsiril Baddiri and Hon. Jeoffre Willkom Acebido as Associate Justices of the Court of Appeals (CA), enhancing the appellate court with experienced jurists from Mindanao.
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SC warns public on fake court orders, urges verification through official channels

The Supreme Court (SC) warned the public against fake court orders, notices, issuances, and advisories that have been misleading people.
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SC upholds 1997 merger of San Rafael with Dacanlao in Batangas

The Supreme Court has upheld the merger of Barangay San Rafael with Barangay Dacanlao in Calaca, Batangas.
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SC orders Lambino to explain false TRO claim, Sia to explain sexist remarks

The Supreme Court has ordered lawyer Raul Lambino, a senatorial candidate in the May 2025 elections, to explain within 10 days why he should not face administrative sanctions for spreading false information about a temporary restraining order (TRO) related to former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest.
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