The accusations from his estranged sister come as the Philippine president faces a corruption scandal over flood-control projects.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has rejected accusations by his estranged sister, Senator Imee Marcos, that he has been a long-term drug user, at a time when the country is witnessing mass protests against corruption.
On Monday, the senator alleged that her brother had developed a cocaine dependency that affected his governance, contributing to corruption and poor decision-making.
Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro, the president’s spokesperson, dismissed the claims as baseless, describ
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