MALACAÑANG on Sunday tagged as “unsubstantiated” statements about the possible filing of an impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro said these reports were nothing but “political maneuverings.” “We have seen this statement made by a lawmaker. At this point, these are unsubstantiated statements allegedly coming from the supporters of a certain politician,” Castro said in a statement, in reaction to an earlier radio interview by Caloocan City 2nd District Rep. Edgar Erice. Erice said that an impeachment complaint against the chief executive may be filed by lawmakers once session at the House of Representatives resumes. Betrayal of public trust was one possible ground for the impeachment push due to Marcos’ alleged involvement in the flood control scandal, and the controversial insertions in the 2025 national budget. Castro said that the president would rather focus on initiatives which aim to improve the lives of Filipinos than delve on baseless accusations. “The administration will not speculate on rumors or political maneuverings. The president remains committed to leading and producing results for the Filipino people,” she said. “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,” she added. “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 rumors or political maneuverings,” she said. The supposed move against Marcos comes amid reports that Vice President Sara Duterte may also face another impeachment complaint when the House resumes session. Erice said he does not intend to support either complaint but plans to seek clarification by raising questions before the Committee on Justice should any case be filed. The lawmaker cited Supreme Court rulings which state that impeachment complaints are first evaluated by the Justice committee to determine compliance with form and substance before any proceedings can move forward. He did not identify the lawmakers allegedly preparing the complaints. 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.