Political Parties Rally Behind House Decision to Dismiss Impeachment Complaints Against President Marcos
In a significant display of unity, multiple political parties have voiced their firm support for the House of Representatives' recent decision to uphold the recommendation of the House Committee on Justice to dismiss impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. The move, based on a perceived lack of sufficient factual foundation, has sparked widespread political endorsement, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the impeachment process.
Lack of Substantive Evidence Cited as Key Factor
During a plenary manifestation, Butuan City Representative Jose "Joboy" Aquino II, secretary general of Lakas–CMD, acknowledged that while the complaints met formal requirements, they were openly deficient in substance. He argued that the allegations relied heavily on hearsay, unverified documents, and mere speculation, rather than concrete evidence. Aquino stressed the critical need to protect the integrity of the impeachment process, warning against its misuse for political disruption and highlighting that the Rule of Law prevailed in the Chamber's decision.
Emphasis on Governance Stability and Legislative Focus
Negros Occidental Representative Javi Benitez of the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas echoed this sentiment, stating that dismissing the complaints reinforces government stability and continuity. He urged Congress to refocus its attention on legislative measures that directly benefit citizens, shifting the narrative from political discord to productive governance. This perspective was shared by other major parties, underscoring a collective desire to prioritize national interests over partisan conflicts.
Broad Coalition Support for Legal Discipline and Economic Unity
The Nationalist People's Coalition, represented by Quezon Representative Mark Enverga, expressed full support, insisting that impeachment must be grounded in evidence and legal discipline, not policy disagreements. Similarly, Manila Representative Rolando Valeriano of the National Unity Party affirmed the Justice Committee's judgment, noting the clear insufficiency of the complaints' substance to warrant advancing to a more serious impeachment process.
FPJ Panday Bayanihan Representative Brian Poe of the Party-List Coalition Foundation Inc. added that their coalition supports the committee report as a step toward unity and economic recovery. He emphasized that political stability is crucial for investor confidence and global markets, framing the support for the House decision not as an abandonment of accountability but as a demonstration of trust in institutions mandated to enforce the law.
This widespread backing from diverse political factions highlights a consensus on upholding legal standards and fostering a stable governance environment, amid ongoing political discussions.
