Philippines Special Election
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A special election is underway in Dasmariñas City, Philippines, to fill a congressional seat. Voting hours may be extended due to heavy rainfall from the southwest monsoon, which is also dampening turnout expectations. The election replaces former lawmaker Francisco "Kiko" Remulla.
Philippines election: Voting hours extended due to heavy rain
- The Commission on Elections in Dasmariñas City, Philippines, extended voting hours for a special election until 5 p.m. on Saturday. - The extension was a response to continuous heavy rainfall caused by the southwest monsoon. - The special election aims to replace a former lawmaker expelled by the House of Representatives.
Rain dampens turnout expectations for Philippine special election
- Low voter turnout is anticipated in Dasmariñas City's special election due to heavy rainfall from the southwest monsoon. - The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has lowered its turnout projection fr…
Philippines: Voters brave rain for special congressional election in Dasmariñas City
- A special election is underway in Dasmariñas City, Philippines, to fill a congressional seat. - The election replaces former lawmaker Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga, who was expelled from the House of Rep…
Philippines: Voting hours may extend due to heavy rain in Dasmariñas special election
- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in the Philippines may extend voting hours for a special election due to heavy rain. - The decision depends on weather conditions and voters' ability to reach p…
