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Ortegas beat Ortegas in La Union’s gubernatorial, congressional races
The Ortega political clan has retained control of La Union's top government positions despite an intra-family electoral contest.
Mario Eduardo Ortega defeated his grandniece, Governor Raphaelle Ortega-David, to win the gubernatorial race with 273,671 votes (49.37%).
Eric Sibuma secured the vice gubernatorial position with 283,612 votes (51.17%).
Francisco Paolo Ortega V successfully defended his congressional seat in the 1st District against his cousin, Joy Ortega.
Incumbent Congressman Dante Garcia was reelected in the 2nd District, defeating Francisco "Pacoy" Ortega III.
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