Comelec paints over Robredo-Pangilinan mural in Isabela

Commission on Elections (Comelec) personnel, accompanied by armed police, painted over a campaign mural supporting presidential candidate Leni Robredo and her running mate Kiko Pangilinan in Echague, Isabela.

The mural featured the candidates' faces, Robredo's campaign symbol of a pink rose, and her tagline 'Gobyernong Tapat, Angat Buhay Lahat'.

This action is part of Comelec's 'Oplan Baklas,' which has faced backlash for removing campaign materials from private properties without warrants or prior notice.

Robredo's spokesperson, Barry Gutierrez, denounced the incident, stating that Comelec has exceeded its legal authority.

In response, Robredo's volunteers held a candle-lighting ceremony in front of the covered mural, expressing increased determination to fight for their right to express support.

Vice President Leni Robredo shared videos of the ceremony and thanked her supporters for their bravery, stating that they were becoming 'stronger'.