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Marcos Siblings Clash Over Drug Allegations and Corruption

11/24/2025

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. dismissed his sister's drug-use allegations during a briefing.
Senator Imee Marcos told a rally that the alleged drug use is linked to rampant corruption in flood-control projects.
Their public feud reveals a significant rift within the Marcos family, which regained power in 2022 after decades.
The president noted their estrangement and said they no longer share political or social circles.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. dismissed his sister's drug-use allegations during a briefing.
Senator Imee Marcos told a rally that the alleged drug use is linked to rampant corruption in flood-control projects.
Their public feud reveals a significant rift within the Marcos family, which regained power in 2022 after decades.
The president noted their estrangement and said they no longer share political or social circles.