The Pineda family has dominated Pampanga politics for over three decades, with Lilia and her son Dennis alternating between the governor and vice governor positions since 2010.
Despite constitutional term limits, the Pinedas have maintained their political influence by fielding family members for various offices, including the election of Lilia as governor and Dennis as vice governor in 2025.
While the Pinedas retained control of the provincial government, they faced challenges in San Fernando, where incumbent Mayor Vilma Caluag defeated Mylyn Pineda, preventing the family from expanding their influence in the provincial capital.
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Editor’s note: This is part of a Rappler series on Filipino families that have held political power for generations. The series traces how they built their influence, where it is strongest, and how it has endured over time. Each profile examines family ties, political networks, business interests, and roles in local and national government.
