Dynasty Overview
Current Positions (2026)
News Archive
2026
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January 1, 2026
President Marcos Delivers New Year Message - Calls for Unity and Discipline
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. renewed his call for discipline, unity, and readiness to choose service over self-interest as Filipinos welcomed 2026.
Source: PhilStar | Weekly Review
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January 1, 2026
Philippines Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship for 2026
The Philippines officially assumed the ASEAN chairmanship for 2026, gaining global attention for President Marcos's strong stance against China's aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea.
Source: Chatham House | Weekly Review
2025
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December 29, 2025
Anti-Dynasty Bill Filed by Sandro Marcos and Speaker Dy
Speaker Bojie Dy and Majority Leader Sandro Marcos filed a landmark Anti-Political Dynasty Bill, though critics call it "weak" for not prohibiting immediate succession or cross-jurisdiction dynasties.
Source: Congress.gov.ph | Weekly Review
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December 29, 2025
2026 National Budget Ratified
The House and Senate ratified the PHP 6.3 trillion 2026 national budget. The DPWH saw cuts following the flood control scandal while education received increases.
Source: Rappler | Weekly Review
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December 2025
Flood Control Corruption Scandal - Martin Romualdez Resigns as Speaker
The $2 billion flood control corruption scandal led to multiple investigations and the resignation of House Speaker Martin Romualdez, cousin of President Marcos.
Source: Inquirer
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Throughout 2025
Marcos-Duterte Alliance Breakdown
The political alliance between the Marcos and Duterte families, which won them the 2022 election, deteriorated "beyond repair" throughout 2025, marked by impeachment proceedings and public accusations.
Source: The Diplomat
Historical Context
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1965-1986
Ferdinand Marcos Sr. Presidency and Martial Law
Ferdinand Marcos Sr. served as president from 1965-1986, declaring martial law in 1972. The family went into exile after the 1986 People Power Revolution.
Historical record
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2022
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Elected President
Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. won the 2022 presidential election with Sara Duterte as running mate, marking the family's return to Malacanang after 36 years.
Historical record