Rodriguez steps down as Executive Secretary; to serve as Pres. Marcos chief of staff

By Gabriela Baron

After serving as Executive Secretary in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Cabinet, lawyer Victor Rodriguez officially stepped down on Saturday, Sept. 17.

In a statement, Rodriguez said he already asked Marcos’ permission to step down.

“There is nothing more rewarding than answering the call to serve the country, a rare privilege not extended to all but was given to me by the President, His Excellency Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos, Jr.,” Rodriguez said.

“The work of an Executive Secretary is a 24/7 job with myriad topics expected to be attended to every day. It demands a sense of urgency which essentially requires almost all of a public servant’s time to ensure that services are met and delivered,” he added.

Citing personal concerns, Rodriguez said he would prioritize his family first.

“Equally valuable, however, is to witness firsthand your young family grow and evolve into how every parent would wish them to become and they most need me too,” he said.

Rodriguez, who previously served as Marcos’ campaign spokesperson and chief of staff, expressed gratitude to the President.

“I thank the President for his continuing trust and his sincere understanding of my decision,” he continued.

“To the Filipino people, I shall continue serving you and the country as the Presidential Chief of Staff.”

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