IMPEACHMENT COMPLAINT FILED VS PRESIDENT MARCOS

AN impeachment complaint on Monday was filed against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. before the House of Representatives.

Attorney Andre de Jesus filed the impeachment complaint which was endorsed by Pusong Pinoy Party-list Rep. Jett Nisay.

De Jesus cited graft and corruption, culpable violation of the Constitution, and betrayal of public trust as grounds for Marcos’ impeachment.

It was the first impeachment complaint filed against President Marcos.

De Jesus said among the reasons for the impeachment was the surrender of former President Rodrigo Duterte to the International Criminal Court (ICC).  

The complainant said the President resorted to foreign intervention and completely ignored domestic legal processes.

House Secretary General Cheloy Garafil confirmed receiving the impeachment complaint against the President on Monday morning.

PBBM FOCUSED ON GOVERNANCE, UNINTERRUPTED PUBLIC SERVICE – PALACE

Malacañang on Monday said it respects the constitutional right to file complaints, while assuring the public that President Marcos Jr. will continue to govern and ensure the uninterrupted delivery of public services.

In a statement, the Palace said it recognizes that the filing of complaints is part of the democratic process provided for under the Constitution.

“We respect this process and trust that Congress, as a co-equal branch of government, will discharge its duties with honesty, integrity, and fidelity to the rule of law,” said Malacañang.

The Palace added, “The President fully upholds the Constitution and remains confident in the strength of our democratic institutions.”

“While these processes take their course, the President will continue to govern, ensuring that public services remain uninterrupted and that the work of government stays focused on improving the lives of our people,” Malacañang emphasized.

“Our institutions are strong, our processes are clear, and the administration remains committed to stability, accountability, and the betterment of every Filipino,” the Palace added.