Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson has criticized fellow lawmaker Imee Marcos for publicly accusing her brother, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., of cocaine use during a recent Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) rally at the Quirino Grandstand. Lacson described the action as “un‑Filipino”, saying that raising such personal allegations in a religious setting is inappropriate and contrary to Filipino cultural norms. (Manila Bulletin)

The public accusation by Imee Marcos has drawn attention nationwide, intensifying political tensions within the Marcos family and the administration’s allied political network. Lacson emphasized that political disagreements should not be aired in spaces meant for worship or spiritual reflection, noting that it undermines public decorum and respect. (Inquirer.net)

Observers say the incident highlights internal fractures within the Marcos-Duterte coalition and has raised questions about how family disputes intersect with public governance. While the Palace has dismissed the allegations as “baseless,” the exchange has created a media stir and captured the public’s attention, particularly in the context of upcoming political events. (Inquirer.net)

Lacson called on public officials and political families to exercise restraint and maintain Filipino values of respect, especially in religious and ceremonial settings, stressing that personal grievances should not be conflated with national discourse.