SC resolves controversial cases in 2025In this February 2025 file photo, the Health Alliance for Democracy, together with other health organizations, protest in front of the Supreme Court in Ermita, Manila, to oppose the transfer of PhilHealth funds to the national treasury. In August, the House asked the SC to reconsider its decision, an appeal that is still pending. BARMM pollsAnother election-related ruling involved the first parliamentary elections in the BARMM, which was originally scheduled on Oct. 13, 2025. The SC said a new valid redistricting law must be passed consistent with the Bangsamoro Organic Law, national laws and the Constitution. Also pending is the petition that seeks to declare unconstitutional the P6.326-trillion national budget for 2025.
