Comelec Chairman George Garcia said he will inhibit himself from the investigation into allegations that former Senate president Francis Escudero accepted illegal campaign donations in 2022, citing his past role as Escudero’s lawyer.
The Comelec’s Political Finance and Affairs Department (PFAD) will handle the probe, which was reset after donor Lawrence Lubiano of Centerways Construction failed to appear at the initial hearing.
Garcia stressed that other candidates who may have received prohibited donations from government contractors will also be investigated.
The Comelec aims to finish its inquiry and determine liability by the end of the month.
Findings will be forwarded to the Law Department, which will decide whether to file cases against violators.
Source: PhilNews24 | September 16, 2025
