MANILA-An acting spokesperson has been designated by the Commission on Elections (Comelec). In a memorandum issued Friday, Comelec Chairman Saidamen Pangarungan named lawyer John Rex Laudiangco, Director III of the Law Department, as acting spokesperson. "You (Laudiangco) are hereby designated as Acting Spokesperson of the Commission effective immediately. You shall report to Commissioner George M. Garcia, the Commissioner-in-Charge (CIC) on Public Information and Education," the memorandum read. When asked if the issuance of the memorandum has something to do with the Sofitel-Impact Hub fiasco, Garcia said, "I have no idea really." He, however, said Laudiangco is a perfect choice. "Director Laudiangco is one of the best senior staff of the Commission. Talented, promising, and a bearer of truth," Garcia said in a Viber message. Former Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez congratulated Laudiangco on his appointment. "I heartily congratulate Director John
Acting Comelec spokesperson lawyer John Rex Laudiangco, Director III (Contributed photo) MANILA-An acting spokesperson has been designated by the Commission on Elections (Comelec). In a memorandum issued Friday, Comelec Chairperson Saidamen Pangarungan named lawyer John Rex Laudiangco, Director III of the Law Department, as acting spokesperson. "You (Laudiangco) are hereby designated as Acting Spokesperson of the Commission effective immediately. You shall report to Commissioner George M. Garcia, the Commissioner-in-Charge (CIC) on Public Information and Education," the memorandum read. When asked if the issuance of the memorandum has something to do with the Sofitel-Impact Hub fiasco, Garcia said he has no idea. However, he said Laudiangco is a perfect choice. "Director Laudiangco is one of the best senior staff of the Commission. Talented, promising, and a bearer of truth," Garcia said in a Viber message. Former Comelec spokesperson James Jimenez congratulated Lau