Marcos Considers Postponing 2026 Barangay and SK Elections to Redirect Funds for Middle East Crisis

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is contemplating delaying the 2026 barangay and SK elections to reallocate approximately P16 billion towards Middle East crisis aid. This move reflects the country's fiscal strain, with only three and a half months of crisis support funding available. The decision hinges on legal and constitutional considerations, as officials weigh the benefits of emergency funding against potential electoral delays.