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France Castro

Rep. France Castro of the ACT Teachers party-list has been involved in multiple controversies, including criticizing Vice President Sara Duterte's handling of impeachment proceedings and defending the Senate's constitutional duties. She has also been at the center of disputes with Duterte over allegations of fake news and the use of confidential funds.

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Recent developments on France Castro

Wed, June 11, 2025 at 12:05 AM

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The Senate's decision to return the articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte to the House of Representatives has drawn criticism from lawmakers, groups, and legal experts.

Thu, June 5, 2025 at 10:10 PM

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As of Thursday, six more senatorial candidates submitted their Statements of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCEs) to the Commission on Elections (Comelec).

Tue, May 6, 2025 at 6:08 PM

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Lawmakers from the Makabayan bloc have filed House Resolution 2279 seeking an investigation into the joint venture agreement between PrimeWater and the San Jose Del Monte City Water District due to numerous consumer complaints.

Mon, May 5, 2025 at 2:07 PM

VP Duterte, PCO press officer trade barbs over fake news claims

Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Press Officer Claire Castro criticized Vice President Sara Duterte for allegedly spreading fake news and not elevating her discourse.

Fri, April 25, 2025 at 2:48 PM

Undersecretary Castro denies relation to Rep. France Castro

Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro has denied being related to ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro, refuting Vice President Sara Duterte's insinuation.

Mon, March 24, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Palace clarifies Digong's Hitler remark, not Aquino

Malacañang clarified that former President Rodrigo Duterte identified himself with Adolf Hitler, not Ninoy Aquino, due to his past statement about slaughtering drug addicts.

Tue, March 4, 2025 at 4:19 PM

Lawmakers urge immediate start to VP Duterte impeachment trial

Lawmakers are urging for an immediate start to Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, arguing that a trial beginning on July 30 would violate the constitutional mandate of "forthwith."

Mon, March 3, 2025 at 5:14 PM

Makabayan bloc slams Escudero over VP Sara impeachment

Makabayan lawmakers are criticizing Senate President Chiz Escudero for not recognizing the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte as a "special" matter warranting a special session.

Thu, February 20, 2025 at 2:59 PM

Rep. Castro: Impeachment is duty, not cheering contest

House Deputy Minority Leader France Castro asserted that acting on impeachment complaints is a constitutional duty, not a 'cheering contest,' directly addressing Senate President Francis Escudero's remarks.

Tue, February 11, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Makabayan vows to convict VP Duterte if elected to Senate

The Makabayan coalition's senatorial candidates announced their intention to pursue the conviction of Vice President Sara Duterte if elected to the Senate.