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Joel Villanueva

Senator Joel Villanueva is a prominent Filipino politician known for his advocacy on accountability in public projects and ethical governance. He has actively pushed for stricter regulations on online gambling and has been involved in investigations into alleged corruption in flood control projects. His efforts reflect a commitment to addressing issues affecting the Philippines' infrastructure and public integrity.

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Recent developments on Joel Villanueva

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 3:53 PM

Villanueva denies kickback allegations in flood control projects

Senator Joel Villanueva vehemently denied allegations of involvement in anomalous flood control projects, calling the claims a "demolition job" and stating he has receipts to refute the accusations.

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 2:59 PM

Cayetano elected Senate Minority Leader

Senator Alan Peter Cayetano has been elected as the new Senate Minority Leader, with Senator Jinggoy Estrada confirming the support of the minority bloc members.

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 2:19 PM

Hernandez to be moved to PNP Custodial Center for safety

Former DPWH engineer Brice Hernandez, cited in contempt by the Senate, will be transferred to the PNP Custodial Center in Camp Crame for his safety while remaining under Senate supervision.

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 11:27 AM

Estrada denies involvement in flood control projects

Senator Jinggoy Estrada has denied accusations of involvement in anomalous flood control projects, as claimed by former Department of Public Works and Highways Engineer Brice Hernandez.

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 10:59 AM

Ex-engr links Estrada to P355M infra anomalies in Bulacan

A former Bulacan assistant district engineer, Brice Ericson Hernandez, implicated Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada in alleged anomalous infrastructure projects worth P355 million in the province.

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 10:49 AM

Estrada, Villanueva deny kickback allegations in flood control projects

Assistant engineer Brice Ericson Hernandez implicated Senators Jinggoy Estrada and Joel Villanueva in anomalous flood control projects, claiming they received 30% "SOP" or kickbacks.

Mon, September 8, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Sotto replaces Escudero as Senate President

Senator Vicente Sotto III has reclaimed the Senate presidency, replacing Senator Francis Escudero in a leadership change confirmed by a vote of 15-9.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 1:02 PM

Wawao Builders president invokes right vs self-incrimination

Wawao Builders Corp. president Mark Allan Arevalo invoked his right against self-incrimination during a Senate blue ribbon committee hearing.

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Senate cites contractors in contempt over flood control fund probe

The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee has cited several contractors in contempt for failing to attend its inquiry into alleged misuse of billions in flood control funds.

Tue, August 26, 2025 at 12:44 PM

CA elects new officers for 20th Congress

The Commission on Appointments (CA) has elected its new set of officers during its first plenary session in the 20th Congress.