Former Iloilo City Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog has been granted executive clemency by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., as confirmed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin.
The move is part of the Marcos administration’s initiative to provide individuals with legal challenges in the past a chance to rebuild their lives.
The President’s decision followed a thorough review and the recommendation of the Board of Pardons and Parole, ensuring compliance with legal processes.
Mabilog previously faced charges under RA 3019, the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, and RA 6713, the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials.
In August 2017, Mabilog left the Philippines after then-President Rodrigo Duterte accused him of being involved in the illegal drug trade and acting as a drug protector.
He returned to the country in September 2024 after seeking asylum in the United States and participated in the Quad Comm hearing, where he reiterated his innocence against the accusations.
The clemency aligns with the administration’s mandate to uphold justice while allowing reformation and second chances for those involved in legal cases.