Tag: Philippine Elections
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Comelec Advances with 27 Million Ballots Printed for Upcoming Elections
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has made significant progress in its ballot printing efforts for the upcoming May 12 national and local elections, having printed 27 million ballots since late January. This number represents 37 percent of the total 72,107,420 ballots needed for the polls. Chairperson George Erwin Garcia expressed satisfaction with the progress, noting…
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Comelec Flags Senatorial Candidates for Violating Campaign Poster Regulations
Just a day into the campaign period for the May 2025 national elections, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has identified several senatorial candidates whose campaign materials do not adhere to the established poster guidelines. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia revealed in a Wednesday interview that these violations are widespread across all regions, with approximately five candidates…
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Manny Pacquiao Vows to Combat Poverty in Senate Campaign Kickoff
In a spirited launch of his senatorial campaign in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, former senator and boxing icon Manny Pacquiao pledged to prioritize poverty alleviation if re-elected. The event, marking the beginning of the campaign period for the May 12 midterm elections, saw Pacquiao alongside 11 other candidates from the administration-supported Alyansa Para sa Bagong…
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CIDG Arrests Trio of Alleged IT Experts Demanding P90 Million for Election Victory
In a significant crackdown on electoral fraud, the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) announced the arrest of three individuals who claimed to be IT experts with ties to the Commission on Elections (Comelec). The arrests were made public during a press conference at Camp Crame in Quezon City, where CIDG Director Brig. Gen. Nicolas…
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Marcos Endorses Full Senate Slate at Ilocos Norte Rally
In a vibrant show of political force, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. spearheaded the campaign launch of the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. The event, held on February 11, 2025, marked the official start of the coalition’s drive towards the May 12 elections, with all 12 senatorial candidates in attendance,…
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Marcos-Endorsed Senate Candidates Launch Campaign in Ilocos Norte
In a vibrant start to their election campaign, the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas, supported by the administration, launched their bid for the upcoming May 12 elections in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte. The event saw all twelve senatorial hopefuls rallying to capture the hearts of the Ilocano electorate. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., who was…
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AGRI Party-list Representative Wilbert Lee Abandons Senate Run
In a surprising move, AGRI Party-list Representative Wilbert Lee has decided to pull out of the senatorial race. Lee made the announcement during a press conference in Manila, explaining that his decision stemmed from a lack of adequate campaign infrastructure to effectively connect with voters nationwide. Instead of pursuing a Senate seat, Lee will now…
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Philippine National Police Promises Enhanced Security for Election Campaign
As the national election campaign kicks off, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has committed to ramping up security measures to protect political candidates. This announcement was made by PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo during a press conference at Camp Crame. She emphasized that security arrangements are in place to handle the expected surge of…
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Comelec Mandates Removal of Unauthorized Campaign Posters in Antique
In Antique, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued a directive leading to a flurry of activity among supporters of senatorial candidates and party-list groups. In San Jose de Buenavista, efforts are underway to comply with the order by removing oversized and illegally placed campaign materials. Angel Pacificador, the Uswag Party-list’s Antique Provincial Coordinator, confirmed…
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Comelec to Launch ‘Oplan Baklas’ to Remove Illegal Campaign Materials Starting February 11
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is set to kick off its ‘Oplan Baklas’ initiative on February 11, targeting the removal of illegal campaign materials as the 90-day campaign period for national positions begins. The operation will initially focus on Manila, specifically in the Tondo district, with participants gathering at the Palacio del Gobernador in Intramuros…
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