By Liza Soriano
MANILA — Dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo has decided not to run for public office in the 2025 midterm elections, specifically for the mayoral seat in Bamban.
“Haharapin ko po muna ‘yung mga accusations sa akin. Linisin ko po muna ang sarili ko. Para maging fair din para sa constituents ko na mahal na mahal ko,” Guo said.
During a hearing on Tuesday, Senator Joel Villanueva issued a warning that Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) might be sponsoring political candidates.
Previously, Guo’s legal counsel, Atty. Stephen David, mentioned that his client was expected to file her Certificate of Candidacy on October 8, the last day of filing.
“Kailangan niyang tumakbo para ipakita niya talaga ‘yung pagmamahal niya sa taumbayan… Kung talagang gusto siya ng tao doon [sa Bamban], sila dapat ang humusga… kung siya ba ay karapat-dapat na manungkulan,” David said.
Meanwhile, the Department of Justice earlier stated they may oppose Guo’s COC.
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