8 in 10 district reps still from dynasties 15 political clans control multiple legislative districts in the Philippines by Guinevere Latoza June 30, 2025July 18, 2025
8 in every 10 district reps belong to dynasties. More than half are reelectionists in 2025 by Guinevere Latoza and Maujerie Miranda
Political dynasties also swarm the party-list elections by Aaron John Baluis, Leanne Louise Isip and Carmela Fonbuena
71 of 82 Philippine governors belong to political families by Angela Ballerda, Gab Yanzon and Carmela Fonbuena
11 of 24 Senate seats could go to media celebrities after May 2025 by Nyah De Leon, Alfon Cabanilla and Carmela Fonbuena
In typhoon-hit Bicol, political clans aiding victims backed projects blamed for flooding by Reinnard Balonzo and Rosmae Ysabel Armeña
In land of ‘mega’ dynasties, Ilocos Region, Chavit Singson has 23 relatives running for office by TJ Burgonio
IN NUMBERS: Dynasties and Contractors Capture Party-list Seats in the 20th Congress March 12, 2026March 15, 2026
Marcos and Duterte received millions in contributions from contractors. Can—and will—they be held to account? September 18, 2025September 22, 2025
River dredging has replaced sand mining but Chinese firms are still involved and coastal communities are still hurting June 16, 2026June 25, 2026
High power bills? Filipinos can have cheaper energy if Manila can drill in Recto Bank despite China row January 18, 2026March 11, 2026
TRACKER: New BARMM parliament receives marching orders ahead of October polls April 9, 2025April 9, 2025
Comelec not keen on allowing BARMM voters to choose ‘None of the Above’ January 29, 2025February 1, 2025
