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flag The House extended Rep. Kiko Barzaga’s suspension 60 days over misconduct, including inflammatory social media posts and cyberlibel charges.

flag The House of Representatives extended Cavite Rep. Francisco "Kiko" Barzaga’s suspension by 60 days, with 238 votes in favor, 10 opposed, and nine abstaining, citing continued misconduct during his previous suspension, including inflammatory social media posts accusing lawmakers and tycoon Enrique Razon of bribery. flag The ethics committee found his actions damaged the House’s image and barred him from receiving pay or attending sessions. flag Barzaga, who did not attend the ethics hearing, faces multiple cyberlibel cases and charges of inciting sedition. flag Four lawmakers protested, arguing the suspension infringes on free speech and democratic mandate, but the majority upheld the penalty as a warning against further misconduct.

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