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Ignore fake news: Election day still May 12
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has debunked a viral graphic falsely claiming that the midterm elections have been moved from May 12 to May 10.
Comelec Chairperson George Garcia stated that the election day remains on May 12, with voting hours set from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The fake graphic cited supposed intense heat as the reason for the supposed rescheduling, a claim Comelec denied.
Garcia suggested the disinformation aims to confuse voters, reduce turnout, and damage the credibility of Comelec.
He confirmed that all automated counting machines have been distributed nationwide and will undergo final checks.
Comelec has requested President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to declare May 12 a holiday to give voters more opportunity to vote.
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