High Voter Turnout in Philippine Elections Marred by Violence and Technical Glitches

National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL) reports high voter turnout in the Philippine 2025 elections, but also notes violence and technical issues. In a report by News5, Lala Pangilinan highlighted the concerns raised by NAMFREL. "The high number of overvotes is a concern," she stated, pointing to potential problems with the automated counting machines and possible voter error. Incidents of violence were also reported, prompting calls for investigation. Despite these challenges, the high voter participation is a positive sign for Philippine democracy.