Manny Pacquiao is sworn in as the Marcos administration’s anti-poverty czar, returning to government service after a period away from politics. Multiple reports say the oath-taking takes place at Malacañang, where President Ferdinand Marcos formally appoints Pacquiao.
The appointment comes after Pacquiao has been out of national office for about four years, following his earlier departure from the Senate. Sources also note that this transition happens roughly a year after he has returned to boxing, requiring him to shift his focus back to public service.
While the outlets agree on the core facts—Pacquiao’s appointment, the anti-poverty role, and the swearing-in by President Marcos—each frames the timing slightly differently. One emphasizes the timing of his return to politics after leaving the Senate, while another highlights how quickly he moves from the boxing ring back to a Cabinet-level post.
