President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.has firmly denied allegations made by his sister, Senator Imee Marcos, claiming that he is supposedly pushing for a “no-election” scenario in 2028.

Speaking to reporters during the conclusion of his four-day state visit in Tokyo, Japan, the President said there was no truth to the claim and stressed that such discussions never took place within their circles.

He also expressed frustration over the source of the misinformation, suggesting that Senator Imee Marcos should reconsider the reliability of her staff and even “fire” those responsible for providing inaccurate information.

Marcos emphasized that he and his sister had “never at any point even spoke about this,” directly rejecting the idea that there was any internal push within his administration to suspend or cancel future elections.He further underscored the broader issue of misinformation, warning that fake news can harm not only the target but also those who spread it.According to him, spreading unverified claims contributes to public confusion and weakens trust in political discourse.

The President also highlighted the importance of responsible communication among public officials, especially on sensitive topics such as elections and democratic processes.

His remarks came amid public attention on the integrity of future electoral exercises in the country, particularly ahead of the 2028 national elections.Marcos reiterated that maintaining public trust remains essential and that baseless political rumors should not be allowed to spread unchecked.

Overall, the President’s statement served both as a denial of his sister’s allegation and a broader reminder about the dangers of misinformation in Philippine politics, especially when it involves high-level officials and the electoral system.