Comelec, SC issue show cause orders against lawyer Sia for misogynistic remarks

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued a second show cause order against lawyer Christian 'Ian' Sia for misogynistic remarks he made during campaign events.

Sia responded to the first show cause order, arguing that his statements about single mothers were within his freedom of speech and questioning the constitutionality of Comelec Resolution No. 1116.

In a recent incident on April 4, Sia made misogynistic remarks about single mothers during a campaign event in Barangay Sagad, recorded by the Daily Tribune news outlet.

The Supreme Court (SC) has also issued a show cause order against Sia amid complaints over his joke about sleeping with single mothers and body-shaming his former staff member. The SC ordered Sia to explain within 10 days why no disciplinary action should be taken against him.

Women's advocacy group Gabriela has asked the Supreme Court to investigate Sia's remarks, citing their commitment to women’s rights and empowerment.

Comelec declared all election campaign areas, including online, as a 'safe space' following Sia's misogynistic remarks.