Rodrigo Duterte, the former President of the Philippines currently detained in The Hague, has secured a significant victory in the mayoral election for his hometown of Davao. Despite being imprisoned, Duterte showed overwhelming support from voters, asserting his continued influence in Philippine politics. This electoral success comes as a notable blow to current political rival, Marcos, with Duterte allies also performing well in the early Senate vote count. The Philippine Commission on Elections has proclaimed Duterte as the victor, raising questions about his ability to govern while incarcerated and what this means for the future political landscape in the country.