Tag: Jay Ruiz

  • Senate President Escudero Suggests Pre-Appointment Divestment for PCO Chief Jay Ruiz

    Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero emphasized the importance of divestment from private businesses for individuals transitioning into government roles, such as the newly appointed Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary, Jay Ruiz. Speaking on Monday, March 3, 2025, Escudero highlighted the necessity of mitigating conflicts of interest prior to assuming official duties. Concerns arose after reports…

  • Malacañang Instructs Courtesy Resignation of PCO Appointees for Operational Efficiency

    In a decisive move by Malacañang aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness, all presidential appointees serving under the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) have been directed to submit their courtesy resignations. This was confirmed by Jay Ruiz, the newly appointed Presidential Communications Secretary, this Saturday. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin signed the official memorandum on February 25, urging…

  • New Era at PCO: Jay Ruiz Sworn In as Chief, Claire Castro Takes Aim at Duterte

    In a significant shake-up at the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. officiated the swearing-in of Jay Ruiz as the new Ad Interim Secretary and Claire Castro as Undersecretary on February 24, 2025, at Malacañang. The ceremony marked a new chapter for the PCO, with Ruiz stepping into his role following an…

  • Erwin Tulfo Backs Jay Ruiz as New PCO Chief: A Game-Changer in Marcos’ Fight Against Misinformation?

    In a bold endorsement, Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial hopeful Erwin Tulfo has thrown his support behind Jay Ruiz, the incoming head of the Presidential Communications Office (PCO). Speaking in Dumaguete City, Tulfo expressed his firm belief in Ruiz’s ability to steer the PCO through the Marcos administration’s aggressive battle against misinformation and disinformation,…