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Journalist Anthony “Ka Tunying” Taberna has issued sharp criticism of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s administration, accusing it of blatant corruption.
In a video shared on his social media accounts, Taberna expressed frustration over what he described as the government’s lack of action against pervasive corruption within its ranks.
“Ako ay naniniwala na garapal ang katiwalian sa pamahalaan sa ilalim ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos ngayon,” Taberna said in Filipino.
Taberna urged President Marcos to publicly address accusations of lawmakers allegedly receiving kickbacks from government projects.
“Dapat magsalita na si Pangulong Bongbong Marcos tungkol sa mga porsyente ng mga congressman at senator sa mga government projects,” Taberna insisted.
He added, “Kung hindi siya magsalita dito, sasabihin ko na kinokonsinti niya ang katiwalian sa pamahalaan pero ngayon po garapal ang katiwalian sa pamahalaan.”
“E quote nyo po ako dito. Ako ay naniniwala na garapal ang katiwalian sa pamahalaan sa ilalim ni Pangulong BongBong Marcos ngayon…”
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The remarks highlight a shift in Taberna’s stance, as he was previously supportive of the Marcos administration. His critical comments come amid a growing feud between President Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte.
The tension intensified following a decision by a House panel to transfer Duterte’s chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, to the Women’s Correctional Facility in Mandaluyong. Lopez, who is currently detained at the Veterans Memorial Medical Center in Quezon City, has been a central figure in the escalating conflict.
Taberna’s statements have added fuel to the ongoing discourse around governance and accountability. Many are now calling for President Marcos to address the corruption allegations directly, with public trust in government institutions increasingly under the microscope.
