Lakas-CMD expresses support for Marcos, Romualdez

MANILA, Philippines -- The political party Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) Tuesday expressed support for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and confidence in the character of party president Ferdinand Martin Romualdez amid budget-related accusations.'We will not waver—the support of the Lakas-CMD for President Marcos is full, not just in deed and not just in words,' it said in Filipino in a statement signed by top party leaders.'His directives throughout the budget process have always been clear: follow the law, uphold accountability, and ensure that funds serve the Filipino people,' it said.Lakas-CMD, in a separate statement signed by its top officers and regional leaders, expressed its 'full, unwavering confidence in the integrity and character of' Romualdez and said 'there has been no evidence whatsoever in any sworn or validated proceeding that links Rep. Romualdez to any wrongdoing.