Historical Events tagged with "joseph estrada"
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Joseph Estrada Convicted of Plunder
Former Philippine President Joseph Estrada was convicted of plunder and sentenced to life imprisonment after a lengthy trial. The Sandiganbayan court found that he unlawfully amassed at least $80 million during his presidency from 1998 to 2001. Estrada denied the charges, claiming he was a victim of political persecution, which increased tensions in Philippine politics. His conviction marked a significant moment in the fight against corruption in the country.
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The Philippine House of Representatives, led by Speaker Manny Villar, voted to pass articles of impeachment against President Joseph Estrada, accusing him of corruption and abuse of power. This moment marked a significant escalation in the political conflict surrounding Estrada's presidency, revealing deep divisions within the Philippine government and society. The vote culminated a series of investigations into Estrada's alleged misdeeds, which had sparked widespread protests and political unrest across the nation as Filipinos began to rally for change. The passing of the articles set the stage for a trial that would ultimately lead to Estrada's ouster in the following year.
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