Comelec: Losing bets in 2025 polls can now be appointed to gov’t post

MANILA, Philippines — Losing candidates in the May 2025 midterm elections may now be appointed to any government position after a one-year appointment ban, Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairperson George Erwin Garcia said on Wednesday. This follows broadcaster Ramon Tulfo’s claim that Benhur Abalos will take his oath as the new Justice secretary next week, based on sources, though this remains unconfirmed. Abalos resigned as Interior secretary last year to run for the Senate but lost the election. READ: Comelec reminder: 1-year gov’t appointment ban for losing candidates When asked if President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. can now appoint candidates who […]... Keep on reading: Comelec: Losing bets in 2025 polls can now be appointed to gov’t post

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer