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Former Mayor Sentenced to Life for Human Trafficking
11/23/2025
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Story summary
- A Philippine court convicted Alice Guo, the former mayor, of human trafficking and sentenced her to life in prison.
- The court found she used properties to house trafficked workers forced into scams.
- Philippine authorities allege Guo is a Chinese national who faked her identity.
- Senator Risa Hontiveros called the conviction a victory against corruption and human trafficking.
- Guo has not been charged with espionage.
