MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Imee Marcos announced on Saturday that she would seek reelection as an independent candidate in the 2025 midterm elections.

Sen. Marcos made the announcement on the 35th death anniversary of her father, former president Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

"Today marks the 35th year since my father passed away, but his teachings remain alive in my heart. As his eldest, I choose to stand free and firm, like him, in believing that there should be no allegiance but to the Filipino people.

"It is never easy to stand alone in campaigns and politics... But that is the legacy my father left me, the legacy of 'Apo Lakay' whom we remember today... I chose to stand alone so that my 'ading' (sibling) would no longer be put in a difficult position, and my true friends won't hesitate," said Sen. Marcos in a video message posted on her Facebook page.

"I choose to remain free and loyal—not to any group but to every Filipino. Armed with my achievements for the nation in the past term, the laws I dedicated for the people, the truth that I never strayed from, and the path and principles of my father— to serve Every Filipino without favor, except for the welfare of every citizen. I hope for your continued understanding and love," she further said.

She thanked his brother, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for including her in the senatorial slate under the administration Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas.

"I express my sincere gratitude to President Bongbong, who came to my defense despite some people's anger and extreme cruelty and included me in the alliance. Many thanks also to NP (Nacionalista Party) and all my allies who support me. May your trust remain with me," she emphasized at the start of her message.

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