Raphaelle Ortega-David
Raphaelle "Rafy" Veronica Alviar Ortega-David (born March 14, 1997) is a Filipino politician who serves as governor of La Union.
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. Her father was supposed to launch a reelection bid but withdrew his candidacy. Ortega-David substituted her father's candidacy. She is running for reelection in the 2025 gubernatorial election.
Personal life
She was married to Kevin David on January 17, 2023.
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.
- ^ "La Union's Ortegas vie for congressional, local posts". Philippine News Agency. October 7, 2024. Retrieved January 3, 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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