Polls close in pivotal Philippines election that could put Marcoses back in power

Polls closed on Monday in a pivotal election in the Philippines that could see the son of a late dictator elected to the country's highest office.

About 65.7 million registered voters across the country cast their ballots to replace populist leader Rodrigo Duterte, who steps down after six years.

For the presidency, former Senator Ferdinand Marcos Jr is facing off against Leni Robredo -- currently the vice president -- and eight other candidates, including former boxing champion Manny Pacquiao and Manila mayor and former actor Isko Moreno.