PHMayor Jenny Barzaga of Dasmariñas, Philippines, won a special congressional election on August 29, 2026, securing 201,893 votes amid heavy rains. Her victory replaces her son Kiko Barzaga, who was expelled from Congress for misconduct. Voter turnout was 57.75%, with Barzaga capturing 78% of the votes cast. The election followed a pattern of family political involvement, as she previously served as a congresswoman and swapped roles with her late husband. Her win allows her other son, Vice Mayor Thirdy Barzaga, to take over as mayor, while the vice mayoral position will be filled by Rudy Lara, the top councilor from the 2025 elections.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of the election results, voter turnout, and political dynamics without overt ideological slant. It reports on the transition within the Barzaga family's political influence and the implications for local governance, balancing information without favoring either
