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The rights of Filipinos to vote freely and without coercion were compromised.

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said over one million Filipinos overvoted in the 2025 midterm elections.

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Wednesday began the random manual audit (RMA) for the national and local elections.

The 2025 Philippine midterm elections test voter maturity, introduce new vote-counting tech, and fuel the Marcos-Duterte rivalry ahead of the 2028 presidency.

The Armed Forces of the Philippines is on full alert ahead of the elections, operating in “dual mode” to maintain combat operations while securing the…

The National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL) launched on Thursday its Operation QR Count (OCQ) to allow Filipino voters to independently…

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has released an ecumenical prayer ahead of the May 12, 2025 national and local elections, calling for unity, wisdom, and…

Comelec announces successful opening of all 93 Philippine posts abroad for the midterm elections, with 77 using Internet voting and 13 relying on automated…


For the first time, overseas Filipino voters can cast ballots online in the upcoming May elections. 77 embassies and consulates will offer internet voting,…

COMELEC is 90-95% ready for the May 12 midterm elections, ensuring smooth and secure voting for #Halalan2025. Chairman George Erwin Garcia highlights final…

The Comelec has identified 36 red-category areas for the upcoming midterm elections, citing serious threats. The number decreased from 38 in January, with a…

COMELEC is set to begin distributing ballots for the May 12, 2025, midterm elections starting the second week of April. With over 68 million ballots printed…

Garcia said that once they encountered a defective ballot, it was immediately reprinted at the National Printing Office.

Comelec Chairperson George Garcia says the poll body remains unaffected by potential unrest before the May midterm elections, urging the public to keep…

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has printed 92% of the official ballots for the upcoming May 12 midterm elections, with 61-62 million ballots completed.…
Independent senatorial candidates Kiko Pangilinan and Bam Aquino are banking on strong backing from Panay Island voters to secure a Senate return in the…
The Comelec has designated Lakas-CMD as the dominant majority party and Nacionalista as the dominant minority party for the midterm elections. Learn more about…

The Northern Police District reaffirmed its commitment to peace and security ahead of the 2025 midterm elections with a solidarity pact signing on Friday. The…

Comelec reports over 50% of midterm election ballots printed, with a significant decrease in defective ballots. Deadline for completion may extend due to high…