Ex-Philippines President Wins Mayoral Race, Despite Being Detained In The Hague
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Rodrigo Duterte, who is awaiting trial for crimes against humanity, was elected as mayor in his home city by a landslide.
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was elected as mayor in his home city by a landslide, official results showed Tuesday, despite his detention by the International Criminal Court.
The Davao election board proclaimed Duterte won the race for Davao mayor, with the official tally showing that he garnered over 660,000 votes, or eight times as many as his closest rival.
Elated supporters chanted “Duterte, Duterte” when the result was announced.
His youngest son, Sebastian, the incumbent mayor of Davao, was declared Davao vice mayor. His eldest son, Paolo, was reelected as a member of the House of Representatives, and two grandsons won in local races, an indication of the family’s continued influence.
“Duterte landslide in Davao!” his youngest daughter Veronica posted on Facebook
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