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Robert Ace Barbers

Robert Ace Barbers is a Surigao del Norte representative who serves as the chairperson of the House Committee on Dangerous Drugs. He has been vocal about the need for stricter anti-money laundering laws and has criticized fake news vloggers spreading misinformation during elections.

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Recent developments on Robert Ace Barbers

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 11:49 PM

House leaders affirm unity, deny ouster plot against Speaker Romualdez

The House of Representatives maintains strong unity and support for Speaker Martin Romualdez, with no planned leadership change.

Mon, June 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM

House QuadComm lifts contempt vs Roque, Yang

The House Quad Committee (QuadComm) has lifted contempt orders against former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, his wife Mylah, Michael Yang, Police Col. Hector Grijaldo, and Senior Police Officer 4 Arthur Narsolis.

Mon, June 9, 2025 at 1:31 PM

PAOCC suspends crackdown on undocumented POGO workers over detention facility concerns

The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) has suspended enforcement actions against an estimated over 9,000 undocumented foreign workers, many of whom were employed by Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), due to overcrowding at its detention facility.

Sat, May 17, 2025 at 11:36 AM

Mindanao voters chose leaders based on merit, not impeachment row

Surigao del Norte Representative Robert Ace Barbers stated that voters in Mindanao did not base their senatorial choices on who defended or attacked Vice President Sara Duterte, dismissing claims that an impeachment complaint against her led to the poor performance of administration-backed bets.

Sun, April 20, 2025 at 9:16 PM

3 suspects arrested in businessman Anson Que kidnap-slay case

Three suspects, identified as David Tan Liao, Ricardo Austria David, and Raymart Catequista, have been arrested in connection with the kidnap-slay of Chinese-Filipino businessman Anson Que and his driver.

Sun, April 20, 2025 at 12:17 PM

House lauds PNP for swift arrest of suspects in businessman's killing

House Speaker Martin Romualdez lauded the Philippine National Police (PNP) for the swift arrest of suspects in the killing of Filipino-Chinese businessman Anson Que and his driver, Armanie Pabillo.

Mon, March 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM

House committee won't cooperate with ICC probe on Duterte

The House quad-committee has maintained its stance of not cooperating with the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding investigations into former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Sun, March 9, 2025 at 4:21 PM

House Quad-Committee has no info on alleged ICC arrest warrant vs Duterte

The House Quad-Committee has stated that it has no official information concerning an alleged arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC) against former President Rodrigo Duterte.

Thu, March 6, 2025 at 12:00 AM

Vloggers sue Rep. Barbers over drug, POGO accusations

Vloggers have filed libel charges against Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers for accusing them of involvement in illegal drugs and Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs).

Thu, February 27, 2025 at 5:13 PM

SC orders House leaders to comment on fake news inquiry TRO bid

The Supreme Court (SC) has directed House leaders to comment on the petition filed by online content creators and influencers seeking a temporary restraining order (TRO) against a congressional inquiry into fake news.