President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is now facing an impeachment complaint filed before the House of Representatives by lawyer Andres de Jesus. De Jesus told the media that the impeachment complaint is anchored on three grounds: culpable violation of the Constitution, graft and corruption, and betrayal of public trust. Palace, House reactThe Palace responded by acknowledging the complaint as part of the democratic process provided for under the Constitution. House rules require an impeachment complaint to be referred to the Office of the Speaker and included in the Order of Business within 10 session days of filing. An impeachment complaint against Marcos may also move directly to the plenary if backed by at least one-third of House members, skipping the committee process similar to Vice President Sara Duterte's case.

Source: Philippine Star January 19, 2026 06:46 UTC