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President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. called for the courtesy resignation of all Cabinet secretaries for a “bold reset” of the current administration, Malacañang announced in a statement on May 22
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The request aims to give the President the elbow room to evaluate performance of each department
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Malacañang said this step marks a clear transition from the early phase of governance ‘to a more focused and performance-driven approach’
President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has called for the courtesy resignation of all Cabinet secretaries for a “bold reset” of the administration, Malacañang announced in a statement on May 22.
It’s “time to realign government with the people’s expectations,” Marcos said, noting the move will give him the elbow room to evaluate performance of each department and determine who will continue to serve in line with his administration’s recalibrated priorities.
“This is not business as usual,” the president said. “The people have spoken, and they expect results—not politics, not excuses. We hear them, and we will act.”
Only 6 of 11 Marcos-backed candidates won a Senate seat in last week’s mid-term elections, seen as a referendum on the current administration.
“This is not about personalities—it’s about performance, alignment, and urgency,” Marcos said. “Those who have delivered and continue to deliver will be recognized. But we cannot afford to be complacent. The time for comfort zones is over.”
Malacañang said this step marks a clear transition from the early phase of governance “to a more focused and performance-driven approach.”
“The President emphasized that while many have served with dedication and professionalism, the evolving needs of the country require a renewed alignment, faster execution, and a results-first mindset,” Malacañang stated.
It assured government services will remain uninterrupted during the transition, and that stability, continuity, and meritocracy will guide the formation of his leadership team moving forward.
“With this bold reset, the Marcos administration signals a new phase—sharper, faster, and fully focused on the people’s most pressing needs,” Malacañang said.
Cabinet secretaries that have offered to resign include:
1. Department of Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon
2. Department of Finance Secretary Ralph Recto
3. Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque
4. Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr.
5. Department of Economy, Planning and Development Secretary Arsenio Balisacan
6. Department of Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla
7. Department of Social Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian
8. Department of Budget and Management Secretary Amenah Pangandaman
9. Department of Energy Secretary Rafael Lotilla
10. Department of Energy and Natural Resources Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga
11. Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco
12. Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac
13. Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda
14. Department of Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla
15. Department of Education Secretary Sonny Angara
16. Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo
17. Department of National Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.
18. Department of Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum
19. Department of Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III
20. Department of Labor and Employment Secretary Beinvenido Laguesma
21. Technical Education and Skills Development Authority Director General Jose Francisco Benitez
22. Presidential Communications Office Secretary Jay Ruiz
23. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin
24. Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Secretary Frederick Go
25. Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Chairman Romando Artes
26. National Security Adviser Eduardo Año
27. Anti-Red Tape Authority Director General Ernesto Perez
28. Solicitor General Menardo Ilagan Guevarra
29. Commission on Filipinos Overseas Chairperson Dante Ang II
