MANILA — Malacañang dismissed talks of a possible impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as unsubstantiated, saying the Chief Executive remains focused on governance and delivering results for the Filipino people.

Palace Press Secretary Claire Castro issued the statement after reports surfaced about a possible impeachment move against Marcos once Congress resumes session.

“At this point, these are unsubstantiated statements allegedly coming from the supporters of a certain politician,” Castro said in a statement on Sunday, January 11.

She stressed that the President respects constitutional processes and will not be distracted by rumors or political maneuverings.

“The President remains committed to leading and producing results for the Filipino people. He respects the existing constitutional processes and believes that any actions taken by members of Congress will be driven by facts, the law, and national interest,” Castro said.

“The administration will not speculate on rumours or political maneuverings,” she added.

According to a report by ABS-CBN News, Caloocan 2nd District Rep. Edgar Erice said some “leaders” of various groups reached out to him and invited him to endorse an impeachment complaint against Marcos.

One of the grounds cited for the possible impeachment is betrayal of public trust, which is a recognized ground for impeachment under the Constitution.

However, Erice said he declined the invitation, stressing that he will not endorse impeachment measures against either Marcos or Vice President Sara Duterte.

He also noted that under Supreme Court rules, impeachment complaints must first pass through the House Committee on Justice.

The reported move comes amid speculation that Duterte may also face another impeachment complaint when Congress resumes session on Jan. 26.

Under the 1987 Constitution, the President may be impeached for culpable violation of the Constitution, treason, bribery, graft and corruption, other high crimes, or betrayal of public trust.