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New Impeachment Bid Against Marcos Over Corruption Scandal

1/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

On January 22, 2026, the Makabayan bloc filed a second impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. over the flood control corruption scandal.
The complaint alleges systemic corruption involving kickbacks and misallocation of funds.
The absence of the House Secretary General delayed the filing.
A separate January 19 filing by lawyer Andre de Jesus targets Marcos for graft but faces skepticism about viability, amid rising public dissatisfaction.

History

Historical Context

In 2001, President Joseph Estrada faced impeachment over corruption allegations, culminating in the Second EDSA Revolution after senators voted against revealing incriminating evidence. This led to Estrada's ousting and Vice President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's ascension. Today, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. faces similar impeachment complaints, highlighting the Philippines' ongoing struggle with governance and the demand for accountability and reform.

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Story summary

On January 22, 2026, the Makabayan bloc filed a second impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. over the flood control corruption scandal.
The complaint alleges systemic corruption involving kickbacks and misallocation of funds.
The absence of the House Secretary General delayed the filing.
A separate January 19 filing by lawyer Andre de Jesus targets Marcos for graft but faces skepticism about viability, amid rising public dissatisfaction.

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