Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin clarifies that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s opposition to impeaching Vice President Sara Duterte remains firm despite the Iglesia Ni Cristo's 'National Rally for Peace'.
President Ferdinand Marcos , Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte 's stance on rejecting the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte remains unchanged despite the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) 'National Rally for Peace'. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin stated on Tuesday that the President's position on the impeachment move filed in the House of Representatives has not been altered by the rally.
The INC rally, which attracted thousands of members of the religious organization, was perceived by some as a demonstration of support for Duterte amidst the impeachment discussions. The impeachment complaint, brought forward by certain members of the House of Representatives, accuses the Vice President of abuse of power and misconduct. Duterte supporters, including those within the INC, have condemned the move as politically motivated. Previously, Marcos had voiced his opposition to impeaching Duterte, asserting that it would be unproductive and would not contribute to improving the lives of Filipinos. Conversely, the INC rally organizers have stressed their call for unity and impartiality in the country's political processes, urging lawmakers to prioritize the well-being of the Filipino people
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