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House Dismisses Impeachment Complaints Against Marcos Jr.

2/11/2026

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The House of Representatives in Manila dismissed two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on February 11, 2026, with a vote of 284-8 and four abstentions.
Deputy Speaker Janette Garin announced the dismissal, stating the complaints lacked sufficient evidence of impeachable offenses.
The complaints, filed by lawyer Andre De Jesus and former lawmaker Liza Maza, alleged constitutional violations and misuse of funds.
The justice committee emphasized that impeachment should not serve political purposes, highlighting the importance of constitutional adherence.

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The House of Representatives in Manila dismissed two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on February 11, 2026, with a vote of 284-8 and four abstentions.
Deputy Speaker Janette Garin announced the dismissal, stating the complaints lacked sufficient evidence of impeachable offenses.
The complaints, filed by lawyer Andre De Jesus and former lawmaker Liza Maza, alleged constitutional violations and misuse of funds.
The justice committee emphasized that impeachment should not serve political purposes, highlighting the importance of constitutional adherence.