Marcos reorganizes NSC, removes VP as member due to irrelevance | INQToday

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Marcos reorganizes NSC, removes VP as member due to irrelevance

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[elitachon]

Rison why inalis na rin former presidents sa NSC is bcoz of gloria macapagal arroyo making laws in congress, being former PRES. & has somthing to do w/ chinese intrusion in Phils.

[CLARISSA_WARD]

MAGANDANG BALITA YAN. WALANG UW`ENTA YONG VP

[jesusmicael]

I wonder why the palace did not likewise change the national council’s name to NATIONAL PRESIDENTIAL INSECURITY COUNCIL to be more relevant?

[elitachon]

B4 kasi big balita na si XPRES GMA pumayag na lumanding chinese sa isang isla ng pinas. Umalis lang saglit pinoy soldiers in d island. Pagbalik nila di na sila makapasok sa isla dhl sa chinese.

[Cassie]

SAMANTALAHIN NA NILANG ABUSUHIN ANG KAPANGYARIHAN SA GOBYERNO AT PAG KORAPT DAHIL HINDI MAGTATAGAL MAWAWALA RIN SA KANILA YAN AT BABALIK SA NORMAL ANG LAHAT.

[ramonramos]

The composition of the members of the NSC come and go, depending on the sitting President.

The EO reorganizing the NSC membership is not a law. The President has the exclusive prerogative to choose who the members will be. So whether the former presidents and VP are not included is no big deal. The next president could likewise direct a reorganization of the NSC members and has the option to include the former presidents and VP. So it all depends on the sitting president.

[hwrymdngwll-ei]

Looks like Marcos just hit “unsubscribe” on Sara’s NSC membership! Guess no more VIP access to national security secrets for her—back to regular programming!

- Ator ni Eli

[patriotako]

Good! Sana bilisan din ang impeachment too!

[JamesonMagbiro-bq]

Tanggalin din sa NSC ang representative adviser dahil Banta sila sa seguridad ng bansa dahil sa kurapsyon!!!

[bisanunsa]

Key Legal Arguments for the Vice President's Inclusion in the NSC

1. Constitutional Basis for Representation
Mandate as a Nationally Elected Official:

The Vice President is one of only two nationally elected officials in the Philippines, alongside the President. Their election reflects a direct mandate from the Filipino people, making them a legitimate representative of the nation’s interests.
Excluding the Vice President from the NSC could undermine the principle of democratic representation in critical national security deliberations.
Principle of Checks and Balances:

The NSC is designed to bring together leaders from the executive and legislative branches to ensure a balanced and comprehensive approach to national security. As the second-highest executive officer, the Vice President’s inclusion strengthens the checks and balances inherent in the council’s structure.

2. Legal Precedent in Executive Orders
Executive Order No. 115 (1986):
EO No. 115 explicitly includes the Vice President as a regular member of the NSC. The Vice President’s presence is legally codified, making exclusion a potential violation of the framework unless the EO is amended or replaced.
The consistent inclusion of the Vice President in the NSC reflects the intent to institutionalize their role in advising the President on national security matters.

3. Role in Succession Planning
Constitutional Role in Succession:
As the constitutional successor to the President, the Vice President must be fully informed about national security issues to ensure continuity of governance in the event of a presidential vacancy or incapacity.
Excluding the Vice President from the NSC could compromise their ability to assume leadership effectively, should the need arise.

4. Importance of Collaborative Governance
Unity in National Security:
National security issues require a unified approach involving diverse perspectives. The Vice President’s inclusion ensures that the executive branch speaks with one voice on security matters while considering the broad public interest.
Excluding the Vice President could signal division within the executive branch, potentially weakening public confidence in the government’s ability to address national security challenges.

5. Risk of Political Exclusion
Guarding Against Abuse of Discretion:
Allowing the President to exclude the Vice President from the NSC could set a dangerous precedent for politicizing national security deliberations. This could be used as a tool to marginalize elected officials from opposing political parties, undermining democratic principles.
Institutionalizing the Vice President’s inclusion safeguards against arbitrary exclusions based on political differences.

Conclusion
The Vice President’s inclusion in the NSC is essential for ensuring democratic representation, continuity of leadership, balanced governance, and effective national security planning. Legal frameworks like EO No. 115 and constitutional principles strongly support the Vice President’s role in the council. Excluding the Vice President would not only violate existing laws but also weaken the institutional integrity and collaborative nature of the NSC.

[alr_jul]

3 years nalang ang natitira ng administrasyong Marcos.

[patriotako]

Good move Pres. BBM! Sana yun mga nagkakalat nang fake news lalo n sa President kasuhan na! Starting with Maharlika!

[Christopher-qlp]

Pinapasikat lang ninyo masyado ang mga Duterte at mas lalung lumalakas ang pwersa.
Pero wag kayong mag-alala mga taga Luzon, soon after hihiwalay na ang Mindanao sa Pilipinas at inyo na si Marcos Jr. at Rumualdez Forever...

[VergelioMabajen]

You remove the 32millions votes for vp inday Sarah,

[bigDumpnYerface]

Mg korap namn mga dating pangulo. May mga kaso😂😂😂