Philippine Elections 2025: Dynastic Wins and Upsets

The 2025 Philippine midterm elections brought mixed results for political dynasties. In Davao, the Duterte family swept local races, with Rodrigo Duterte winning his eighth term as mayor. Their son Sebastian is poised to become acting mayor. In Ilocos Sur, the Singson family expanded their influence, with Jerry and Ryan winning as governor and vice-governor respectively. However, the Velasco dynasty in Marinduque suffered losses, with three family members, including two incumbents, losing their respective races. In a poignant turn of events, Jamila Ruma, the 21-year-old daughter of slain Rizal, Cagayan mayor Joel Ruma, won the mayoral race, becoming the youngest mayor in the country. "This signals the start of our coming together for the sake of our provincemates," said Sol Aragones, the newly elected Laguna governor, highlighting a positive outcome in a competitive election.