Comelec declares 93 senatorial nuisance candidates

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has declared 70 senatorial aspirants as 'nuisance candidates' in two batches.

So far, 23 more cases were added to the list of nuisance candidates, bringing the total number to 93 pending resolution by the Comelec.

The poll body's law department previously recommended declaring 117 senatorial aspirants as nuisance candidates based on their lack of serious intent or similarity to other candidates.

Comelec chairman George Garcia noted that aspirants can file a motion for reconsideration before the Comelec en banc if they disagree with the decision.

Garcia emphasized that removing nuisance candidates from ballots is crucial to prevent confusion and protect the integrity of the election process.