MANILA – Malacañang denied reports claiming an alleged Cabinet reshuffle under President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., including speculation that several officials may be replaced in a major revamp of the administration’s top ranks.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the circulating claims have no basis and emphasized that any changes in the Cabinet remain solely at the discretion of the President.

“Unang-una, (First of all) I will always serve at the pleasure of the President,” Castro said when asked about reports that even her position could be affected.

“Pero sa fake news peddlers, abangan ang susunod na kabanata (But to fake news peddlers, they better stay tuned),” she added.

When asked directly about reports suggesting that up to 10 Cabinet members could be replaced, Castro responded: “Sa ngayon wala po (So far, there’s none).”

The Office of the President has not issued any statement confirming or denying any ongoing restructuring within the Cabinet.

The rumors surfaced after the resignation of former military officials Eduardo Año and Carlito Galvez Jr. from their posts as National Security Adviser and Presidential Peace Adviser, respectively, last week. Both officials cited personal reasons for stepping down.

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