Manila, April 12 -- The Malacanang Press Corps (MPC) on Sunday strongly denied allegations that its members are being used or paid to conceal the true state of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s health.

In a statement, the MPC emphasized that reporting on the President's health is a matter of public interest and national security, and that its members have consistently sought answers from government officials through regular press briefings.

"Malinaw sa mga nakaraang ulat at mga video ng mga press briefing kung paanong inusisa ng aming mga kasapi ang mga opisyal ng pamahalaan tungkol sa kalagayan ng Pangulo (It is clear in past reports and briefing videos how our members questioned government officials about the President's condition),...