Marcos Jr. stresses need for solid evidence in corruption cases

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. stated that corruption cases, particularly those related to infrastructure spending, require solid evidence to prevent dismissals and ensure successful prosecutions.

He warned that rushing cases with incomplete or weak evidence would be "much, much, much worse" for the government's anti-corruption efforts, potentially allowing offenders to escape punishment.

Marcos emphasized the necessity of following the law and building legitimate cases, even when dealing with individuals presumed guilty.

He indicated that many involved in the flood control scandal are "not innocent" but reiterated the importance of strong evidence, expressing anger over a P55-million "ghost" riverwall project in Baliuag, Bulacan.

The President described the irregularities in flood control projects as extensive, revealing a deeply entrenched system of corruption that he vowed to dismantle, calling the scale of the problem "shocking."

Marcos also launched the "Sumbong sa Pangulo" website for citizens to report issues concerning public works projects.