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Second Impeachment Complaint Filed Against Marcos
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Manila — A second impeachment complaint was filed against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, accusing him of systematic and large-scale plunder of public funds.
The complaint was lodged by the Bayan Muna party-list and supported by the Makabayan bloc, a coalition of progressive lawmakers and organizations. The filing comes amid growing calls from opposition groups to hold the President accountable over alleged misuse of public funds and abuse of power.
This latest move follows closely on the heels of an earlier impeachment complaint filed on Monday, January 19, by private lawyer Andre de Jesus. That first complaint was formally endorsed by House Deputy Minority Leader Jett Nisay, allowing it to be transmitted to the House leadership for initial action.
In the second complaint, the complainants accuse the President of orchestrating schemes that allegedly enabled the diversion of public money through questionable government projects and budget allocations. These include alleged irregularities involving infrastructure spending, unprogrammed appropriations, and projects flagged as lacking transparency and accountability.
Despite attempts by the complainants to formally submit the second impeachment case, House officials reportedly did not immediately receive the filing due to procedural issues, including the absence of the House Secretary General at the time. Still, the complainants maintained that the complaint should be considered officially filed under House rules.
Former Bayan Muna representative Neri Colmenares, who is among those backing the complaint, said the filing complied with constitutional and procedural requirements and should not be dismissed on technical grounds.
Under the 1987 Constitution, impeachment complaints against the President must be filed in the House of Representatives and endorsed by at least one lawmaker before they can be reviewed by the House Committee on Justice. If found sufficient in form and substance, the complaint may proceed to the Senate for trial.
With two impeachment complaints now pending, political observers say the cases face an uphill battle in the House, where President Marcos continues to enjoy strong support from the majority of lawmakers. Still, the filings underscore mounting pressure from opposition groups demanding accountability at the highest level of government.
The complaint was lodged by the Bayan Muna party-list and supported by the Makabayan bloc, a coalition of progressive lawmakers and organizations. The filing comes amid growing calls from opposition groups to hold the President accountable over alleged misuse of public funds and abuse of power.
This latest move follows closely on the heels of an earlier impeachment complaint filed on Monday, January 19, by private lawyer Andre de Jesus. That first complaint was formally endorsed by House Deputy Minority Leader Jett Nisay, allowing it to be transmitted to the House leadership for initial action.
In the second complaint, the complainants accuse the President of orchestrating schemes that allegedly enabled the diversion of public money through questionable government projects and budget allocations. These include alleged irregularities involving infrastructure spending, unprogrammed appropriations, and projects flagged as lacking transparency and accountability.
Despite attempts by the complainants to formally submit the second impeachment case, House officials reportedly did not immediately receive the filing due to procedural issues, including the absence of the House Secretary General at the time. Still, the complainants maintained that the complaint should be considered officially filed under House rules.
Former Bayan Muna representative Neri Colmenares, who is among those backing the complaint, said the filing complied with constitutional and procedural requirements and should not be dismissed on technical grounds.
Under the 1987 Constitution, impeachment complaints against the President must be filed in the House of Representatives and endorsed by at least one lawmaker before they can be reviewed by the House Committee on Justice. If found sufficient in form and substance, the complaint may proceed to the Senate for trial.
With two impeachment complaints now pending, political observers say the cases face an uphill battle in the House, where President Marcos continues to enjoy strong support from the majority of lawmakers. Still, the filings underscore mounting pressure from opposition groups demanding accountability at the highest level of government.
Jan 22, 2026
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