Petition filed to disqualify Rep Richard Gomez over false election claims
A petition was filed with the Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Monday to disqualify Leyte 4th District Representative Richard Gomez from the May 12 midterm elections.
The petitioner, Palompon mayoral candidate William Oñate, claims that Gomez spread false and alarming news through his official Facebook page by sharing a video alleging massive election cheating in Palompon.
Oñate's petition states that Gomez violated Section 261(z)(11) of the Omnibus Election Code (OEC) by amplifying misleading accusations against members of the Electoral Board (EB) and threatening an election officer.
Gomez welcomed the filing, saying disqualification cases are often used as distractions or disruptions during the election process.
Oñate requested Comelec to invalidate votes cast for Gomez if he wins and suspend his proclamation until the case is resolved.
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