Barzaga’s mom seeks his vacated House post
Mayor Jennifer Barzaga has filed her candidacy for a special election to fill the congressional seat vacated by her son, Francisco 'Kiko' Barzaga. The election is scheduled for August 29 following the younger Barzaga's expulsion from the House.
Why it matters
The special election highlights ongoing political shifts and the process of filling legislative vacancies in the Philippines.
MANILA, Philippines - Mayor Jennifer Barzaga of Dasmari as, Cavite will run in a special election intended to fill the congressional seat left vacant by the expulsion of her son, Francisco "Kiko" Barzaga, according to the Commission on Elections.
The Comelec said Barzaga filed her certificate of candidacy yesterday, the last day of the COC filing.
Comelec Chairman George Garcia said the older Barzaga is the fifth aspirant for the lone congressional seat of Dasmari as.
Earlier, former Vice Mayor Rex Mangubat, Marvin Dupal-Ag, Jacinto Frani Jr. and Leysander Ordenes filed COCs for the special election scheduled on Aug. 29.
Garcia earlier said Kiko Barzaga could still run for the post as his expulsion does not perpetually disqualify him from holding public office.
Kiko Barzaga was expelled by the House of Representatives for disorderly behavior, conduct unbecoming of a public official and violation of the House Code of Conduct.
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