President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday expressed his continued trust and confidence in Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla, despite concerns over the rising number of fugitives allegedly evading arrest.
Rumors Dismissed
In a media interview in Tokyo, Japan, Marcos dismissed rumors of a possible leadership change in the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), stating he remains satisfied with Remulla's performance.
“I don't know why that rumor went around. I think somebody wants his job,” Marcos said. He added, “Kaya kinakalat na matatanggal na siya para siguro ang inaasahan nila sila ‘yung mailagay. Pero wala kaming pinaplano na ganyan” (That’s why they are spreading rumors that he will be removed, perhaps because they expect that they will be the ones appointed in his place. But we have no such plans).
Cabinet Changes Clarified
Marcos clarified that the only recent Cabinet change involved the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), following the decision of Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma to step back due to health reasons. He stated, “The only latest change in the Cabinet was in DOLE. Because Secretary Benny has asked to take a step back. He has some issues that he has to deal with. And so, we have appointed a new Cabinet secretary for DOLE, which is former Senator Francis Tolentino.”
