5 Million Vote Discrepancy in 2025 Philippine Elections Resolved: Comelec Explains

The Philippine Comelec addressed a five-million-vote discrepancy in the 2025 elections swiftly. According to Comelec Chairman George Garcia, the issue stemmed from inconsistencies in data processing speeds and the presence of duplicate entries. "Media tech teams at the Comelec server center noticed duplicate precincts that were reflected in the quick counts," Garcia explained. By 2 a.m., these discrepancies were resolved, and election results websites were updated. This incident highlights the importance of robust data verification processes in ensuring accurate election results.