Eleandro Jesus Madrona is a Filipino politician. He is the current congressman of the lone legislative district of Romblon Province. Running under the Nacionalista Party (NP) in the May 13, 2019 election, he defeated former congressman and governor Eduardo “Lolong” Firmalo of the Liberal Party (LP).
Personal Information
Complete Name –> Eleandro Jesus Madrona y Fabic
Nickname –> Budoy
Hometown –> Romblon, Philippines
Family
Brother –> Former Congressman Emmanuel Madrona
Political Career / Work Experiences
2019-Present – Chairperson, House Committee on Public Works and Highways
1995-2001, 2010-2016, 2019-Present – Congressman
2001-2004 – Governor
Advocacy Programs / Stand on Issues
* Voted NO to ABS-CBN franchise application
Controversies
In August, 2019, the anti-graft court Sandiganbayan issued a 90-day suspension order against Eleandro Madrona in connection with the graft case he is facing for the alleged irregular purchase of fertilizers in 2004. He has filed a petition for the dismissal of the case.
RELATED: List of Current Congressmen and CongressWomen of the Philippines 2019 – 2022
See also: Top Government Officials under President Duterte
See also: Famous People From Romblon Province