Tag: Politics
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Election Debates Optional for Candidates, Says Comelec
In a recent announcement from Manila, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) clarified that participation in election debates for national and local candidates is not compulsory. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia emphasized that the current guidelines do not mandate attendance at debates, as the commission is still evaluating the legal implications of such a requirement. Garcia also…
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Filipinos Rally Behind Marcos, Reject Duterte’s China Ties: Survey Reveals
In a significant shift of public sentiment, Filipinos are increasingly supporting President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and distancing themselves from former President Rodrigo Duterte’s pro-China policies, according to a recent OCTA Research survey. House Deputy Majority Leader and La Union 1st District Representative Paolo Ortega V highlighted the survey’s findings, which showed a clear preference…
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Pimentel Urges Swift Action on VP Sara Duterte’s Impeachment
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has pressed Senate President Francis Escudero to expedite the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, citing the urgency mandated by the Constitution. In a letter dated February 14, Pimentel invoked Article XI, Section 3 of the 1987 Constitution, which stipulates that the Senate must commence a trial immediately…
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Antique Honors Late Governor Evelio Javier on 39th Death Anniversary
In a poignant tribute, the community of Antique gathered at the EBJ Freedom Park in San Jose de Buenavista to honor the late governor Evelio Javier on the 39th anniversary of his death. The ceremony, marked by the laying of wreaths at Javier’s statue, was a testament to his enduring legacy of integrity and courage.…
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President Marcos Jr. Clarifies No Executive Role in VP Duterte’s Impeachment
In a recent statement, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. made it clear that the executive branch is not involved in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. Speaking at a press briefing in Malacañang, Marcos emphasized, ‘The executive cannot have a hand in the impeachment. The executive has no role in the impeachment.’ He…
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Philippine House of Representatives Votes to Impeach Vice President Sara Duterte
In a significant political development, the Philippine House of Representatives has voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, with the decision being swiftly forwarded to the Senate for further action. The vote saw an overwhelming support from over 200 lawmakers, marking a critical juncture in the nation’s political landscape. The impeachment process was initiated during…
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Marcos Jr. Not Obstructing Impeachment Against VP Duterte, Says Palace
In a recent statement from Malacañang, it was clarified that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is not impeding the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte. This was announced during a press conference in Pasay City by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin, who dismissed allegations from the Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives that Marcos…
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Marcos Denounces Duterte’s ‘Blank Checks’ Claims in 2025 Budget as Fabrications
In a recent statement, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. firmly rejected former President Rodrigo Duterte’s accusations that the proposed 2025 national budget contained ‘blank checks.’ Speaking at a media event in Taguig City, Marcos labeled Duterte’s claims as outright lies, asserting that such practices are not permissible in the General Appropriations Act (GAA). Marcos emphasized…
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