The Malacañang Palace has strongly denounced an alleged scheme aimed at discrediting Executive Secretary Ralph Recto. The Palace characterized the plot as involving “sexual [and] character assassination.” Details surrounding the alleged plot remain scarce, but officials confirmed they are taking the matter seriously. The condemnation signals a firm defense of Recto amidst what they perceive as a malicious attempt to tarnish his image. No further information regarding the source or specifics of the allegations was immediately released. This incident highlights potential political maneuvering and the vulnerability of high-ranking officials to reputational attacks. The Palace has vowed to address the issue decisively.