Sibling Showdown: Marcos Family Drama Unfolds Amid Drug Allegations

President Marcos faces accusations from his sister, Senator Imee Marcos, of illicit drug use and corruption, leading to a public dispute. While the president's office dismisses these claims, Imee aligns with Duterte's legacy. Meanwhile, Marcos launches an investigation into corruption in infrastructure projects, igniting public outrage.

The Philippine president's office has dismissed allegations made by his estranged sister, Senator Imee Marcos, suggesting he uses illicit drugs. During an anti-corruption rally, Imee claimed her brother's drug use persisted from youth to present, fuelling corruption – an accusation she failed to substantiate with evidence.

Responding to Imee's claims, Presidential Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro highlighted a 2021 drug test that returned negative, underlining the accusations as meritless. The controversy resurfaces past claims from Rodrigo Duterte's presidency, though the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency disavowed any such record of President Marcos.

As tensions between the Marcos siblings unfold, President Marcos embarks on an anti-corruption campaign targeting irregular infrastructure dealings, drawing public demands for accountability. This spotlight on governance coincides with political shifts, as Imee continues to ally with Duterte, opposing her brother's policies and associations with the United States.

(With inputs from agencies.)