TACLOBAN CITY – The House of Representatives, led by Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, declared its unwavering support for President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr., calling him a “symbol of the nation’s sovereignty.”
The legislators vowed to protect the government from destabilization attempts and uphold the Chief Executive’s leadership.
During a Christmas fellowship at Malacañang on Thursday, Dec.5, lawmakers presented a manifesto of support to the President.
The document condemned threats to President Marcos’ life and calls for mobilization against his administration, urging unity in defending democracy and ensuring national stability.
“Any threat against the President is a threat against the Republic,” the manifesto stated, emphasizing the President’s role as the embodiment of the people’s will and the nation’s unity.
The manifesto outlined five key commitments: defending the President’s mandate and administration stability; upholding the rule of law and condemning destabilization efforts; protecting the nation from internal and external threats; strengthening legislative unity for national progress; and ensuring the fulfillment of the President’s mandate for sustainable development and reform.
Speaker Romualdez and other House leaders also presented House Resolution No. 277, which expressed solidarity with the President and condemned acts undermining democratic governance and trust in public institutions.
“We, the Members of the House of Representatives, solemnly affirm our collective strength lies in unity, fidelity to democratic principles, and unwavering commitment to serve the Filipino people,” the lawmakers declared.
The House pledged to work alongside President Marcos to address pressing national concerns, protect the nation’s sovereignty, and support his vision for a Bagong Pilipinas.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
