Marcos nominates 9 Cabinet members to Commission on Appointments
Philippine President Marcos has nominated nine Cabinet members and one agency head to the Commission on Appointments (CA) for confirmation. The President emphasized strengthening public accountability and ensuring officials answer to the Filipino people.
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