Tag: Philippine Politics

  • Senate President Escudero Dismisses Duterte’s Dictatorship Claims Against Marcos as Inconsistent and Baseless

    In a strong rebuttal to former President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent allegations, Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero firmly denied any suggestion that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is veering toward dictatorship. Escudero’s statement came in response to Duterte’s comments made during an indignation rally in Mandaue City on Saturday, where he speculated that Marcos might emulate…

  • Malacañang Dismisses Duterte’s Dictatorship Claims as Fabricated Lies

    In a strong rebuttal to former President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent allegations, Malacañang Palace has labeled the claims as a ‘hoax’ and a product of a ‘one-man fake news factory.’ The accusations, which suggested that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is steering the country towards a dictatorship, were met with fierce criticism from Executive Secretary Lucas…

  • Alyansa Candidates Rally Negrenses with Promises of Progress and People-Centric Policies

    In a vibrant display of unity and purpose, the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates gathered at the Victorias City Coliseum in Negros Occidental, captivating an audience of approximately 8,000 with their commitment to the Filipino people. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. spearheaded the rally, introducing the 12 candidates who are united in their…

  • House Leaders Assure Supreme Court: 2025 Budget is Above Board, No ‘Blank Checks’ Here!

    In a bold statement from the heart of Manila, leaders of the House of Representatives have thrown down the gauntlet, asserting their full compliance with the Supreme Court’s request for the 2025 General Appropriations Act (GAA) and the current year’s budget documents. They are brimming with confidence that the Supreme Court’s scrutiny will reveal no…

  • Youth Council Urges President Marcos to Reject Bill Delaying Barangay and SK Elections

    The Youth and Students Sectoral Council (YSSC) of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) has publicly opposed proposed legislation that would delay the upcoming barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections. Senate Bill 2816 and House Bill 1187 aim to extend the current three-year term of these local officials to six years, pushing the next election from…

  • Impeachment Showdown: VP Sara Duterte’s Trial Could Kick Off Sooner Than Expected!

    In a surprising twist, former Senate President Vicente ‘Tito’ Sotto III has hinted that the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte might commence during the 19th Congress, challenging Senate President Francis Escudero’s claim that it would be deferred to the 20th Congress. Sotto, speaking at a press conference in Dumaguete City for the administration-backed…

  • 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,…

  • Impeachment Showdown: VP Sara Duterte’s Case Stands Firm Amid Legal Firestorm

    In a bold defense of the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, Batangas Representative Gerville Luistro, a key member of the House prosecution panel, has staunchly upheld the legitimacy and constitutionality of the case. Speaking out on February 20, 2025, Luistro dismissed any doubts about the verification process, asserting that the complaint was meticulously…

  • Supreme Court Directs Senate to Respond to Impeachment Petition Against Vice President

    The Supreme Court has issued a directive to the Senate, requiring a response to a petition that seeks to compel action on the impeachment complaints lodged against Vice President Sara Duterte. The order was issued on Tuesday, following a petition filed by Catalino Generillo Jr., who previously served as a special counsel for the Presidential…

  • Philippine Coast Guard Official Denies Labeling Lawmaker as ‘Traitor’ Amid West Philippine Sea Debate

    In a heated exchange during a House Tri Committee hearing, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, Commodore Jay Tarriela, firmly denied accusations from Sagip Party-list Representative Rodante Marcoleta that he had branded him a ‘traitor’. The controversy arose after Marcoleta claimed that the term ‘West Philippine Sea’ (WPS) does not exist, asserting…