Romualdez Wins, Espinosa Elected Mayor: 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections Results

**2025 Philippine Midterm Elections: Key Wins and Unofficial Results** The 2025 Philippine midterm elections have concluded, with several key races decided. In Leyte's 1st district, House Speaker Martin Romualdez secured a victory, continuing his political career. This win reflects the ongoing political landscape in the region. Elsewhere, Kerwin Espinosa, a self-confessed drug lord, won the mayoral race in Albuera, Leyte, a fact that has generated significant public interest. In Cavite, the Remulla and Revilla families secured key positions, highlighting the influence of political dynasties. Ramon Guico III was reelected as governor of Pangasinan. In Ilocos Norte, the Marcos family continued their political dominance, with Cecillia Araneta Marcos winning the gubernatorial race and Matthew Marcos Manoto winning as vice governor. When asked about their relationship, Sandro Marcos stated, "I think that's a better question suited for them, not for us." These results underscore the continued strength of the Marcos political machine. The elections also saw the victory of James Bryan Alcid as mayor of Laoag City, despite facing the incumbent mayor, Quezon Marcos, who is a cousin of the president. These results, while still unofficial in some cases, offer a glimpse into the shifting political dynamics across the Philippines.