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Raphaelle Ortega-David | |
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| 28th Governor of La Union | |
| In office June 30, 2022 – June 30, 2025 | |
| Vice Governor | Mario Eduardo Ortega |
| Preceded by | Francisco Ortega III |
| Succeeded by | Mario Eduardo Ortega |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Raphaelle Veronica Alviar Ortega March 14, 1997 San Fernando, La Union, Philippines |
| Party | NPC (2024–present) |
Other political affiliations | PDDS (2021–2024) |
| Spouse |
Kevin David (m. 2021) |
| Relations | Ortega family |
| Parents |
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| Education | Enderun Colleges |
| Occupation | Politician |
Raphaelle "Rafy" Veronica Alviar Ortega-David[1] (born March 14, 1997)[2] is a Filipino politician who was Governor of the Province of La Union from 2022 to 2025.
Career
Ortega-David became the first female governor of La Union when she won the 2022 gubernatorial election. She succeeded her father Francisco Ortega III for the position.[3] Her father was supposed to launch a reelection bid but withdrew his candidacy. Ortega-David substituted her father's candidacy.[4] She lost reelection in the 2025 gubernatorial election to her granduncle, Vice Governor Mario Eduardo Ortega.[5]
Personal life
She is married to Kevin David.[6]
References
- ↑ Hernane, Helen (2022). "Rising to the Challenge". League. 6 (1). Retrieved March 5, 2023.
- ↑ "Gov Ortega proud to see daughter Rafy become 'strong, responsible' woman". Politko. March 14, 2022. Retrieved March 5, 2023.
- ↑ "1st lady guv of La Union vows to empower women". Philippine News Agency. June 17, 2022. Retrieved March 5, 2023.
- ↑ Mugas, John Michael (November 11, 2021). "Ortega withdraws bid for reelection as La Union gov". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved March 5, 2023.
- ↑ "Ortegas beat Ortegas in La Union's gubernatorial, congressional races". Rappler. May 14, 2025. Retrieved May 14, 2025.
- ↑ "Gov Ortega on husband: 'Nahanap dito sa LU ang true love!'". Politko (in English and Filipino). August 27, 2022. Retrieved March 5, 2023.
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