Second Impeachment Complaint Filed Against President Marcos Jr. in House of Representatives
A second impeachment complaint has been formally lodged against President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. before the House of Representatives on Monday, January 26, 2026. This latest legal action comes just one week after the initial impeachment charges were submitted, intensifying political scrutiny on the administration.
Complaint Filed by Makabayan Coalition
The complaint was submitted by the Makabayan coalition, a progressive political bloc, with ACT Teachers Party-list Representative Antonio Tinio and Bayan president Renato Reyes leading the effort. The coalition had previously attempted to file the document but was delayed due to the absence of House Secretary General Cheloy Garafil, the sole official authorized to receive such complaints.
Grounds for Impeachment: Alleged Betrayal of Public Trust
The fresh impeachment complaint centers on allegations of betrayal of public trust, specifically accusing President Marcos of misusing public funds in the implementation of flood control projects. It outlines three impeachable acts, including the adoption of the Baselined-Balanced-Managed (BBM) Parametric Formula for allocating infrastructure projects. This formula is alleged to have resulted in "ghost" projects, substandard work, and overpriced flood mitigation initiatives, raising serious concerns about fiscal management and public safety.
Context: First Impeachment Complaint from January 19
This second complaint follows an earlier impeachment filing on January 19, which involved six grounds. Those initial charges included the alleged "kidnapping" of former President Rodrigo Duterte, accountability for anomalous flood control projects, irregularities in the national budget, and claims of drug addiction. The rapid succession of complaints highlights mounting political tensions and legal challenges facing the Marcos administration.
House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos Recuses Himself
In response to the developments, House Majority Leader and Ilocos Norte Representative Ferdinand Alexander "Sandro" Marcos III, the president's son, issued a statement vowing to recuse himself from discussions on the impeachment. He emphasized that this move aims to safeguard the integrity of the House of Representatives, ensuring that the institution can discharge its constitutional duties without any perception of personal interest.
Sandro Marcos stated: "My recusal ensures that no question may be raised about the fairness, objectivity, or legitimacy of the process, and that the focus remains where it properly belongs—on the Constitution, the facts, and the rule of law."
He added, "While I am fully aware that the Rules of the House do not require my inhibition, and while I remain confident in the independence and professionalism of my colleagues, I recognize that leadership sometimes calls for restraint rather than participation. In moments that test institutions, perception matters as much as procedure."
The impeachment process is now set to proceed in the House, with lawmakers expected to review the complaints based on constitutional guidelines and factual evidence. This situation underscores the ongoing political dynamics in the Philippines, as legal and procedural matters take center stage in national governance.
