More setback for Marcos Jr as Duterte's loyal aides top senate race in Philippines

Senator-elect Christopher Go arrives during the proclamation of the elected senators in Manila on Saturday, May 17, 2025. -- Photo by Jam STA ROSA / AFP)

MANILA (Xinhua): The Philippines' Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Saturday officially proclaimed the 12 senate race winners, including two loyal supporters of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, in Monday's midterm elections.

Reelected Senator Christopher Go, a close Duterte aide, topped the polls.