Executive Secretary Vic Rodriguez has stepped down from his post.
In a statement, Rodriguez thanked President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. for his continued trust and for understanding his decision.
"I have asked permission to step down as Executive Secretary. I thank the President for his continuing trust and his sincere understanding of my decision," he said.
"To the Filipino people, I shall continue serving you and the country as the Presidential Chief of Staff," he added.
Rodriguez then cited family reasons, noting how the work is a "24/7 job."
"It demands a sense of urgency which essentially requires almost all of a public servant's time to ensure that services are met and delivered," Rodriguez said.
"Equally valuable, however, is to witness first-hand your young family grow and evolve into how every parent would wish them to become and they most need me too," he added.
Malacañang, in separate statement, confirmed the resignation of Rodriguez.
"We confirm reports that Atty Vic Rodriguez has stepped down as Executive Secretary," said the Office of Press Secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles.
