Tag: Philippine Politics
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Albay’s Edcel Lagman, Champion of Human Rights, Passes Away at 82
Albay 1st District Representative Edcel Lagman, a staunch defender of human rights and legal integrity, died on Thursday afternoon at the age of 82, his family announced. The news was shared by Tabaco City Mayor Krisel Lagman, who described her father’s departure as a transition to a better place. Born on May 1, 1942, Edcel…
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Senate President Defends 2025 Budget Against Legal Challenge
Senate President Francis Escudero has strongly refuted claims of impropriety in the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA), labeling them as unjust criticisms that overlook the thorough legislative efforts of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Speaking at a press conference in Pasay City, Escudero responded to a Supreme Court petition challenging the legality…
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Senate President Escudero Defends 2025 Budget Against Legal Challenge
Senate President Francis Escudero has strongly refuted claims of impropriety in the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA), labeling them as unjust criticisms that overlook the thorough legislative efforts of both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Speaking at a press conference in Pasay City, Escudero responded to a Supreme Court petition challenging the legality…
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Former Iloilo City Mayor Mabilog Thanks President Marcos for Executive Clemency
Former Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog expressed his deep gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for granting him executive clemency related to his 2017 administrative case. Mabilog, who welcomed supporters at his home in Barangay Tap-oc, Molo, on January 27, 2025, credited his past achievements as the city’s mayor for the decision. He…
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Cotabato City Grieves Loss of Esteemed Councilor Dr. Danda Juanday
Cotabato City is enveloped in sorrow following the passing of its dedicated councilor, Dr. Danda Juanday, at the age of 74 on Sunday. The city’s mayor, Mohammad Ali Matabalao, announced that the Philippine flag at city hall would be lowered to half-mast in tribute to Juanday’s significant contributions and his previous role as city administrator.…
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President Marcos Jr. Grants Executive Clemency to Former Iloilo Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog
In a significant move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has extended executive clemency to Jed Patrick Mabilog, the former mayor of Iloilo City. This decision was confirmed by Malacañang, with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announcing the clemency via a text message to reporters. Mabilog, who had been dismissed in 2017 on charges of misconduct and…
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President Marcos Grants Executive Clemency to Former Iloilo Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog
In a significant move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has granted executive clemency to Jed Patrick Mabilog, the former mayor of Iloilo City. This decision was confirmed by Malacañang, with Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announcing the news via text message to reporters. The clemency effectively removes any penalties or disabilities associated with Mabilog’s administrative case,…
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Cotabato City Mayor Mohammad Ali Matabalao Denies Plunder Allegations, Claims Political Motive
Cotabato City Mayor Mohammad Ali Matabalao has publicly declared his innocence in response to plunder charges filed against him by six city councilors. Speaking at a press conference on January 23, 2025, Matabalao firmly stated his intention to clear his name, suggesting that the timing of the accusations, coinciding with his reelection campaign for the…
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