House suspends Kiko Barzaga for another 60 daysMANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has imposed another 60-day suspension on Rep. Kiko Barzaga (Cavite, 4th District) for continued disorderly behavior, adopting the recommendation of the ethics committee. After the ethics committee presented its findings on Wednesday, February 4, the plenary voted 238 in favor of the suspension, 10 against and nine abstained. The decision came after the ethics committee reviewed Barzaga's conduct and social media posts during his suspension, which began on Dec. 1, 2025. "While serving his suspension, however, the committee took note that Rep. Barzaga committed similar acts for which he was sanctioned," Ethics Committee Chair Rep. JC Abalos (4Ps Party-list) told the plenary. "The committee condemns Rep. Barzaga's brazen disrespect for its authority.

Source: Philippine Star February 04, 2026 14:40 UTC