Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero acknowledged receiving a campaign contribution from Lawrence Lubiano, president of Centerways Construction & Development, Inc. Lubiano told lawmakers he donated ₱30 million in his personal capacity, not through the company. Senate Cites Flood-Control Contractors in ContemptThe Senate Blue Ribbon Committee issued contempt citations against Ma. Committee Chair Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, supported by Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa and Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada, said the citations were intended to compel testimony. Senate President Escudero had previously authorized subpoenas after multiple contractors failed to attend hearings. His successor, Vince Dizon, suspended bidding for all locally funded flood-control projects and pledged to blacklist contractors linked to irregularities.