Members of Anakbayan held a protest at the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) central office in Manila, denouncing President Marcos and key government officials over alleged large-scale corruption in flood control projects.

According to Anakbayan, the president’s recent remarks exposing irregularities in the DPWH are nothing more than "political theater designed to deflect responsibility."

The group pointed out that the projects in question were proposed by the executive branch and signed into law by Marcos himself, making his supposed outrage "both hypocritical and dishonest."

Anakbayan National Chairperson Mhing Gomez described the administration’s response as a familiar performance, where the same politicians try to play hero while actually shielding their own allies.

Marcos' denial of responsibility, the group said, only proves he either failed to read the national budget or chose to ignore its questionable provisions.

The group also slammed the Senate investigation into the issue, saying it was being led by figures who have themselves faced corruption allegations, such as Senators Jinggoy Estrada, Bato dela Rosa, Bong Go, and Rodante Marcoleta.

Anakbayan argued that these inquiries are staged to protect the powerful, not to serve justice.

They also criticized the long-standing culture of impunity in Philippine politics, saying past administrations have made empty promises of reform, whether in the name of “righteous governance,” “iron-fisted leadership,” or “national unity,” while failing to hold any major players accountable.

Marcos and Vice President Sara Duterte, the group said, are symbols of elite political dynasties that continue to benefit from and perpetuate systemic corruption.

Anakbayan described the current government as the country’s biggest syndicate, one that loots public funds and protects high-profile officials from scrutiny.

In response, Anakbayan called on the youth to take action. They urged students and young people to organize mass mobilizations in schools, communities, and the streets for real change.

They emphasized that waiting any longer would only allow the country to sink deeper into crisis.