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650,000 Protest in Manila Over Flood-Funds Scandal

11/19/2025

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On November 17, 2025, over 650,000 Filipinos protested in Manila against a flood-funds scandal organized by Iglesia ni Cristo (INC).
The rally demanded a transparent investigation into fund misuse under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The protest marks a shift in INC's stance, from backing Marcos to aligning with Sara Duterte.
INC leaders stated they do not seek Marcos's removal.
The rally concluded early, with INC saying their message was heard.

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On November 17, 2025, over 650,000 Filipinos protested in Manila against a flood-funds scandal organized by Iglesia ni Cristo (INC).
The rally demanded a transparent investigation into fund misuse under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The protest marks a shift in INC's stance, from backing Marcos to aligning with Sara Duterte.
INC leaders stated they do not seek Marcos's removal.
The rally concluded early, with INC saying their message was heard.