Crispin Diego "Ping" Diaz Remulla (born September 26, 1990) is a Filipino politician who has served as the representative for

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's 7th district since 2023. Prior to his election, Remulla has served as a member of the

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for the 7th district from 2019 to 2023.

Early life

Remulla was born on September 26, 1990, in the city of

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. He is one of the sons of

Jesus Crispin Remulla Jesus Crispin "Boying" Catibayan Remulla (born March 31, 1961) is a Filipino lawyer, politician, and broadcaster currently serving as Secretary of Justice since 2022. He previously served as the representative of Cavite's 7th district from 2 ...

Political career

Cavite Provincial Board (2019–2023)

Remulla was elected to the

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, placing first out of four candidates. He was reelected in

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Congressional career (2023–present)

2022 special election

On May 23, 2022, his father, Jesus Crispin, was offered the position of Secretary of Justice under the incoming

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of then-president-elect

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. He accepted the position, resigning his rights to the seat before his second consecutive term as a representative began in order to assume the office, thereby triggering a special election for his seat. As the son of the previous congressman, the younger Remulla was seen as the favorite to win the election.

Tenure

Remulla was sworn into office at the

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on February 28, three days following his election. His brother, Francisco Gabriel "Abeng" Remulla, filled the seat he vacated in the Cavite Provincial Board.

Personal life

Remulla is married to Georgia Parungao, with whom he has two children. Like his father, grandfather and uncles, he is an active member of

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References

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