Topic

Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin

Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin.

Bersamin denies links to P8.3-B DPWH projects in ‘Cabral files’ controversy
Former Executive Secretary and ex-Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin denied any link to the alleged P8.3 billion DPWH projects cited in the controversial “Cabral…
28 December 20251 MIN READ
Palace shuts down talk on Bersamin exit: 'Let’s leave it at that'
The Palace shuts down speculation on Lucas Bersamin’s exit, clarifies transition amid a Cabinet shakeup backlash, and stresses continuity in governance.
20 November 20251 MIN READ
Bersamin says he was replaced, not resigned: ‘I never filed any resignation’
Former Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin denied that he resigned from his post, contradicting Malacañang’s statement that he stepped down “out of delicadeza.”…
19 November 20251 MIN READ
Bersamin mourns Enrile
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin pays tribute to late former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile, honoring his six decades of public service and legacy to the…
14 November 20251 MIN READ
Bersamin: SALN requests must have legitimate purpose
“Take note that SALN contains details that might compromise the security and safety of the public officials concerned. Our existing rules apply that access to…
25 October 20251 MIN READ
Bersamin denies DPWH kickback scheme claims
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin categorically denied allegations linking his office to a supposed 15% kickback scheme in DPWH projects, rejecting former…
25 September 20251 MIN READ
Government remains 'very stable' amid corruption probe, says Bersamin
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin says the government remains “very stable” amid investigations into anomalous flood control projects, while expressing…
10 September 20251 MIN READ
No comment from Bersamin on Duterte camp’s plea
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin declines to comment on former President Duterte’s request to return to the Philippines, saying it falls outside the…
10 September 20251 MIN READ
2025 UPAA most distinguished alumnus
Honoring Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin and other distinguished UP alumni, recognized for leadership, service, and exceptional contributions to law,…
16 August 20251 MIN READ
Palace confirms Ombudsman OIC
Justice Mariflor Punzalan-Castillo has been designated as acting Ombudsman following Samuel Martires’ retirement, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin confirmed…
28 July 20251 MIN READ
Bersamin: Marcos still undecided on online games ban
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has not decided on a total ban on online gambling despite growing calls from lawmakers and church leaders. PAGCOR urges…
20 July 20251 MIN READ
Cabinet shakeup 3.0: One fired, three resignations accepted, several stay
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announces the third wave of President Marcos Jr.’s cabinet reshuffle, including the appointment of a new SEC chair and…
3 June 20251 MIN READ
PBBM reviews shortlist for next PNP chief; Torre says he’s ready
As PNP Chief Gen. Marbil nears retirement, President Marcos reviews a shortlist of successors including Maj. Gen. Nicolas Torre III, who says he’s ready to…
26 May 20251 MIN READ
'HUWAG PANSININ SI VIC': ES Bersamin lambasts Rodriguez
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin dismissed criticisms from predecessor Vic Rodriguez, saying the Marcos administration will not waste time on provocations…
23 May 20251 MIN READ
Lotilla out of the economic team, gets DENR helm
Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla has been removed from President Marcos Jr.’s economic team and reassigned to the DENR, replacing Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga.…
23 May 20251 MIN READ
WHO'S IN, WHO'S OUT? Bersamin bares first phase of Cabinet shakeup
At a press briefing on Friday, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin announced which cabinet secretaries retain their positions after tendering their courtesy…
23 May 20251 MIN READ
FATF gray list exit enablers honored
6 May 20253 MIN READ
VP Sara-less caretaker team set as Marcoses fly to Pope’s funeral
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin says he, Justice Secretary Remulla, and Agrarian Reform Secretary Estrella III will serve as the Philippines’ caretakers…
24 April 20251 MIN READ