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Alexander Gesmundo

Alexander Gesmundo is the Chief Justice of the Philippines who has been instrumental in advocating for judicial reforms and fiscal autonomy. He signed into law the Judiciary Fiscal Autonomy Act on August 14, 2025, at Malacañang Palace, emphasizing its role in strengthening judicial independence and efficiency. Additionally, he leads initiatives such as the 'Judicial Burnout Scale' app to support judges’ mental health and ensures transparency through mandatory quarterly reports to executive and legislative branches.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, August 14, 2025 at 10:04 PM

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Recent developments on Alexander Gesmundo

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 3:55 PM

Sandiganbayan justice appointed SC Court Administrator

Sandiganbayan Associate Justice Ma. Theresa Dolores Gomez-Estoesta has been appointed as the new Court Administrator of the Supreme Court, succeeding Raul Villanueva.

Wed, July 30, 2025 at 11:23 AM

Topacio files contempt raps vs Gadon over SC remarks

Atty. Ferdinand Topacio has filed a petition for indirect contempt against Presidential Adviser on Poverty Alleviation Larry Gadon before the Supreme Court (SC).

Tue, July 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM

SC probes alleged attempt to influence judges over sabungeros case

The Supreme Court (SC) is investigating claims that an individual connected to the missing "sabungeros" case is attempting to influence judges and justices.

Thu, June 26, 2025 at 8:21 PM

Totoy claims female celeb is alpha member in sabungero disappearances

One of the accused, identified as 'Totoy,' claims a "female celebrity" is an "alpha member" of the group allegedly responsible for the disappearance and possible killing of at least 34 "sabungeros."

Thu, June 26, 2025 at 1:43 PM

Remulla to consult CJ on alleged judiciary infiltration in missing sabungeros cases

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla plans to consult with Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo about potential judicial involvement in the missing 'sabungeros' cases, following testimony that the mastermind may have infiltrated the judiciary.

Mon, June 9, 2025 at 7:23 PM

Marcos Jr. appoints Villanueva as new SC Associate Justice

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. appointed Raul Villanueva as the new Supreme Court Associate Justice, replacing Justice Mario Lopez who retired on June 4.

Wed, June 4, 2025 at 4:50 PM

SC honors retiring Associate Justice Mario Lopez

The Supreme Court honored Associate Justice Mario Lopez upon his retirement after decades of service.

Wed, June 4, 2025 at 12:13 PM

SC partners with SaferKidsPH to fight child online exploitation

The Supreme Court (SC) is partnering with SaferKidsPH, an Australian Government initiative, to enhance the protection of Filipino children from online sexual abuse and exploitation (OSAEC).

Tue, June 3, 2025 at 5:51 PM

SC launches app to help judges combat burnout

The Supreme Court (SC) launched the "Judicial Burnout Scale" app on May 30, 2025, to help judges identify early signs of burnout and protect the mental health of judiciary personnel.

Mon, June 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM

SC Chief Justice Gesmundo receives honorary law degree from UC

Supreme Court Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the University of Cebu (UC) School of Law on Sunday.