Will Bongbong Marcos Be the Next President?
In a move that could stir up a whole lot of drama, the son of the late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos—playfully nicknamed “Bongbong”—is reportedly eyeing the highest office in the land.
Who is Bongbong?
- 64‑year‑old Ferdinand Marcos Jr., a.k.a. Bongbong
- Political heavyweight since 1991, after he returned from exile following his father’s 1986 overthrow
- Former provincial governor, congressman, and senator
- Unsuccessful vice‑presidential bid in 2016
What’s the Inside Scoop?
Local media reported the plan on the Philippine Star’s social media feeds, citing a trusty correspondent. The star of the show—Bongbong—just took an oath as chair of a party that had already named him as their presidential hopeful.
But the legal side? His lawyer, Vic Rodriguez, who also holds the position of executive vice‑president for the same party, told Reuters that the final decision is still in the works.
He called the information “raw” and emphasized that the party is still holding a meeting to hammer out details.
What About the Party’s Response?
- A fellow aide to Marcos didn’t confirm the Star report.
- He promised there would be no official candidacy filing on Tuesday.
- He hinted that something would be announced later—no specifics yet.
Why Does This Matter?
The Philippines is still picking up the pieces from the 1970s era of martial law under the elder Marcos. A presidential run by Bongbong would feel like an upturned historical page.
Despite the family’s repeated claims to have made a clean run while in power, allegations of state wealth being siphoned off amount to billions persist, forming a haze over their public image.
Bottom Line
Bongbong Marcos has the political clout, but the final decision is still floating in the air. Whether he takes up the mantle of president will be the next big headline in Philippine politics.
