Tag: Vote Buying
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Comelec Authorizes Arrests Without Warrants for Election Offenses
In a significant move to safeguard the integrity of elections, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has approved the execution of warrantless arrests for individuals involved in vote-buying, vote-selling, and the abuse of state resources during electoral events. This decision was formalized through Resolution 11104, which was officially released on January 28 and announced to the…
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Philippine National Police Chief Warns Against Political Involvement in Upcoming Elections
Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil has issued a stern warning to police officers, stating that any involvement in partisan politics during the upcoming May midterm elections will result in no promotions. Speaking at the 72nd founding anniversary of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) at Camp Crame in Quezon City,…
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Bishop Urges Eastern Samar Voters to Shun Political Dynasties and Vote Buying
In a compelling call to action, Bishop Crispin Varquez of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Borongan has urged the electorate of Eastern Samar to reject the influence of political dynasties and the corrupt practice of vote buying as the region approaches its upcoming elections. In a pastoral letter released on January 5, 2025, the bishop…
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