THE Lakas–Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) party on Tuesday reaffirmed its “full and unwavering support” for President Marcos, and hit gossips and fake news in budget processes and flood-control controversy.
Considered the country’s dominant political party, Lakas-CMD rallied behind the President, stressing that accusations linked to alleged budget insertions and ongoing flood-control investigations must be settled through evidence, not by political theatrics.
“We won’t be swayed. Our support for President Marcos is solid, in words and in deeds,” the party said in a strongly worded statement signed by top party leaders nationwide. It cautioned against turning investigations into a public drama.
“Ang bayan ang talo kapag ang imbestigasyon ginawang drama. Hindi showbiz ang hustisya (It’s the country that loses if the investigation is turned into a drama. It is justice, not showbiz,” the party stressed.
The party also said it stands on long-held principles that have defined its role in governance for decades: respect for the rule of law, due process, and fidelity to truth.
“Batas, ebidensya, at katotohanan—’yan ang sandigan, hindi kwentong kutsero o pamumulitika,” the statement read. “Malinaw mula simula: batas lang ang sinusunod ng Pangulo, hindi ang dikta ng sinuman. Walang ‘green light’ sa katiwalian mula kay PBBM—ang meron ay malinaw na utos na ‘follow the law.’”
Lakas–CMD, under the leadership of former Speaker and Leyte First District Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez of stands as a political powerhouse with 109 lawmakers, 15 governors, and thousands of local officials across the country, reinforcing its position as one of the most organized and far-reaching parties in Philippine politics.
Lakas–CMD also emphasized that allegations aired outside formal proceedings “have no weight until tested through sworn testimony, cross-examination, and documentary scrutiny.”
“Statements issued outside sworn proceedings and without the safeguards of cross-examination and documentary validation cannot be treated as fact,” the party said, noting that the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), the Department of Justice, and the Office of the Ombudsman were already handling the matter.
The party strongly rejected insinuations that the President had a hand in any alleged irregularity, saying his instructions throughout the budget process were consistent: follow the law and uphold accountability.
“His directives throughout the budget process have always been clear: follow the law, uphold accountability, and ensure that funds serve the Filipino people,” the statement read.
The party likewise warned against narratives built on speculation, personal grievances, or recollections made outside any lawful investigatory process.
“We refuse to be distracted by narratives built on speculation, personal grievances, or recollections delivered outside official investigatory processes,” the group said.
The party stressed its focus on stability, unity, and governance—particularly at a time when national issues demand clarity and sober leadership.
The party said all its members are prepared to face any lawful investigation, as they have always maintained that accusations must withstand due process.
“Our position has always been consistent: if there is evidence, present it to the proper authorities. If there are questions, raise them in the proper venues. If there are accusations, they must withstand the test of due process,” the statement said. “If they have the evidence, show it.”
As it reiterated its full support for the President, Lakas–CMD urged public officials, media, and citizens to allow democratic institutions to work without pressure or political noise.
“Only through this can the truth emerge, accountability be properly assigned, and public trust strengthened,” the party said.
