Comelec Chairperson George Garcia cites Norina Casingal's expertise in election law, being a director of the Law Department since 2016, and part of Comelec since 1997
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NEW COMMISSIONER. Comelec Law Department chief Maria Norina Tangaro-Casingal is appointed commissioner of the poll body on February 10, 2025.Comelec Chairperson George Garcia cites Norina Casingal's expertise in election law, being a director of the Law Department since 2016, and part of Comelec since 1997
MANILA, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday, February 10, appointed Commission on Elections Law Department chief Maria Norina Tangaro-Casingal as a new commissioner of the poll body a day before the start of the campaign period for national candidates. The appointment letter was dated Monday, and Casingal took her oath in front of the press the same day. Casingal replaces commissionerMakakaasa kayo na susuportahan ko ang lahat ng projects ni Chairman at kung ano ang ikakabuti ng komisyonComelec Chairperson George Garcia described Casingal’s expertise in election law, being a director of the Law Department since 2016, and part of Comelec since 1997. Garcia has yet to designate an acting director for the Law Department in her place.
Garcia also expressed confidence that Casingal would be able to defend the commission well, in coordination with the solicitor-general, amid ongoing cases filed with the Supreme Court. The Comelec is currently underGarcia said a second appointment will be announced at 3 pm on Monday.
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