Disqualification raps filed vs. QC, Laguna bets over alleged vote buying

Disqualification complaints have been filed against several candidates in Quezon City and Laguna for alleged vote-buying and misuse of government resources.

Rose Nono Lin, running for Quezon City's 5th congressional district, faces two separate petitions before the Commission on Elections (Comelec).

One petitioner accuses Lin's campaign of illegal campaigning on Maundy Thursday, distributing free refreshments and soliciting votes near Nova Plaza Mall, which is considered vote buying.

A second complaint alleges that Lin's supporters engaged in vote-buying from March 29 to April 21, giving attendees free rice, cash, and campaign materials.

In Laguna, Governor Ramil Hernandez and 2nd district Representative Ruth Hernandez are also facing disqualification complaints.

Governor Hernandez reportedly distributed health cards with voter names and government insignia, along with P2,000 during a campaign sortie.

Representative Hernandez is accused of disbursing public funds disguised as social welfare benefits without poll body approval.