Sandro Marcos Debunks False Claim of 2028 Presidential Run

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In recent weeks, an unusual surge in fake news targeting Philippine pro-administration congressmen has emerged, with House Senior Deputy Majority Leader Sandro Marcos also becoming a victim. On March 17, the Ilocos Norte 1st District representative publicly addressed misinformation circulating on social media, particularly a post by Tee Media Corp., alleging that Marcos plans to run for the presidency in 2028.

In response, the 31-year-old congressman, who is also the son of President Marcos, took to Instagram to caution his followers against the spread of misleading information. "Ingat po tayo sa misinformation campaign in the last few days," he advised, urging awareness.

Moreover, a basic understanding of Philippine law should easily debunk such claims. By the 2028 presidential election, Marcos will only be 34 years old, falling short of the required minimum age of 40 to run for the position.

Currently serving as a neophyte solon in the 19th Congress, Marcos is focused on his ongoing political career and is poised for reelection in the May 2025 district polls. This misapprehension highlights the pressing need for careful verification of information on social media, particularly in political contexts, reported The Manila Bulletin.