Kiko Barzaga Expelled From House of Representatives
Lawmakers voted 265-14 to remove Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga after ethics findings said his social media posts and session conduct violated House rules.
- On Tuesday, June 2, lawmakers voted to expel Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco "Kiko" Barzaga over "disruptive" and "disorderly" behavior, marking the first removal in nearly three years.
- House ethics committee chair Rep. JC Abalos cited a "pattern of highly disruptive, discourteous, and disorderly behavior" obstructing proceedings; Barzaga had faced two prior 60-day suspensions for social media violations.
- Lawmakers adopted Committee Report No. 298 with 265 voting in favor, 14 against, and eight abstaining, while Abalos argued repeated suspensions "will not likely deter" further violations.
- Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia indicated the commission needs additional funding to conduct special elections, which must occur between 60 and 90 days from the vacancy.
- The Supreme Court previously ruled the Commission can conduct special elections without a House resolution, with the last special polls held March 14, 2026, following Rep. Romeo Acop's death.
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Why Edcel Lagman would be rolling in his grave
In a move that betrays their staggering lack of self-awareness and prudence, the majority of the House of Representatives voted earlier this week to expel Cavite Representative Kiko Barzaga, on grounds of “disorderly behavior” and “conduct unbecoming of a member of the House.” I have never met Congressman Barzaga, though I have heard rumors he is informally linked to the so-called DDS network that does not, to put it mildly, like the likes of m…
Comelec sees need for funds for possible polls after Barzaga's ouster
Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia speaks during the briefing for the diplomatic corps on the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections in this file photo taken on November 5, 2025. (Photo by Comelec / Viber) MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will have to look for additional funds if it will conduct special elections in the lone district of Dasmariñas, Cavite following the expulsion of lawmaker Kiko Barzaga from the House…
Kiko Barzaga expelled by House of Representatives for disorderly behavior
The House of Representatives has expelled Cavite 4th District Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga over disorderly behavior and conduct unbecoming of a House member, including repeated failure to perform his duty as a lawmaker.
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