Tag: Philippines Politics
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Defensor Stresses Duty and Accountability in Marcos Impeachment Debate in Cebu
Impeachment in Cebu: A Matter of Duty, Not Partisanship In Cebu, a discourse surrounding the impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has shifted from political confrontation to a discussion about constitutional duty and public accountability. A former lawmaker, speaking from the perspective of someone who has long observed the mechanisms of accountability in…
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Defensor: Impeachment in Cebu Is About Duty, Accountability, Not Partisanship
Impeachment in Cebu: A Test of Duty and Accountability CEBU, Philippines — From the vantage point of a former lawmaker, the impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in Cebu marks a pivotal moment for constitutional duty and public accountability rather than mere partisan competition. The discussion, which has captured attention across the region,…
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Palace Reassures Public: No Health Crisis for Marcos as Diverticulitis Treatment Continues
Overview: Palace Officials Address Health Rumors After weeks of speculation following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s diagnosis of diverticulitis, Malacañang has reiterated that there is no cause for alarm about the president’s health. Government spokespeople and medical advisers say the condition is being managed with standard treatment, and the president remains focused on his duties while…
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NUP Rep Ferrer Challenges Barzaga to Prove Allegations
Ferrer’s challenge to Barzaga goes beyond words National Unity Party (NUP) stalwart Rep. Jeffrey Ferrer has publicly challenged suspended Cavite 4th district Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga to provide concrete proof behind his recent allegations. In a move aimed at clarifying the debate and ensuring accountability, Ferrer urged Barzaga to “put his money where his mouth…
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NUP Urges Kiko Barzaga to Back Allegations with Proof: A Watchful Look at the Barzonaga Dispute
Background of the Dispute The National Unity Party (NUP) has entered a public confrontation with suspended Cavite 4th district Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga. The exchange centers on a set of allegations leveled by Barzaga and the response from NUP stalwart and Negros Oriental’s 4th district representative, Rep. Jeffrey Ferrer. In political arenas, such moments often…
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Ara Mina Shifts Focus to Business and Foundation Work After 2025 Election Loss
Former Candidate Refocuses on Career and Causes Filipino actress and public figure Ara Mina is redirecting her energy away from electoral politics toward her business ventures and charitable initiatives after the 2025 midterm elections. The Pasig City–based candidate, who mounted a bid for a council seat in the city’s 2nd District, did not advance to…
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Leadership by Example: Lacson Urges PNP to Discipline Cops Through Stronger Leadership
Leadership by Example: A Call to Reset the PNP Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has reiterated a simple yet powerful premise: to discipline the Philippine National Police (PNP), leadership must start at the top and permeate every level of the force. In public remarks and policy briefings, Lacson stressed that accountability begins with…
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Marcos Eyes Portugal Extradition Treaty to Arrest Zaldy Co
Marcos Signals Move Toward Portugal Extradition Over Zaldy Co Case President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has signaled a potential shift in diplomacy and crime-fighting policy by pursuing an extradition treaty with Portugal. The stated aim, according to Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla, is to facilitate the arrest of former lawmaker Zaldy Co, who faces legal challenges…
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Terry Ridon: Ethics Complaint Over Leviste Ransacking DPWH
Overview of the Allegations Terry Ridon, chairperson of the House Committee on Public Accounts, has publicly raised serious questions about the conduct of Batangas Representative Leandro Legarda Leviste in connection with a disturbance at the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Batangas 1st District Engineering Office. Ridon indicated that the incident could trigger ethics…
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Cabral Files Controversy: Palace Demands Inquiry into How Leviste Accessed Documents
Background: The Cabral Files and their Controversy The Philippine government is again under scrutiny after revelations that documents tied to the late former public works undersecretary Maria Catalina Cabral may have been obtained through questionable means. The disclosure has sparked calls for a formal investigation into how these files passed into the hands of a…