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Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Early Vote Count Favors Allies of Vice President Sara Duterte in Philippine Senate Elections

Former President Rodrigo Duterte leads in mayoral race amid ongoing trial for alleged crimes against humanity.
MANILA - Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's allies are showing strong performance in the early counting of votes in the Senate elections, indicating potential implications for her political future as she prepares for an upcoming impeachment trial.

Initial reports suggest that candidates endorsed by Duterte are on track to secure four of the 12 contested Senate seats, according to early results from the Commission on Elections, which are still pending confirmation.

Approximately 50% of the votes have been counted, and final outcomes may vary as the tally continues.

This early count appears to favor Duterte's position and poses challenges for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., with whom she has been engaged in ongoing political tensions.

Reports indicate that candidates affiliated with Marcos are projected to win six Senate seats, fewer than anticipated.

In addition to the Senate elections, approximately 18,000 positions, including various local government roles such as mayors and governors, are being contested.

The Senate remains a focal point, given its significance for Marcos' legislative agenda.

In local election results, former President Rodrigo Duterte is leading the mayoral race in Davao City, a stronghold for his political family.

Unofficial results report that Duterte, 80, has garnered 85% of the votes with 75% of election returns processed.

His ongoing trial in the Netherlands for alleged human rights violations does not seem to have diminished his political stature in his home region.

In this election cycle, Duterte’s youngest son, Sebastian, who is relinquishing his position as mayor to run for vice mayor, is also leading in his race.

Meanwhile, his eldest son, Paolo, appears poised for re-election to the House of Representatives, reinforcing the family's enduring political influence.
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