Posted 1/22/2024, 2:44:08 PM
Marcos Jr. Bypasses Manila Traffic via Helicopter to Attend Coldplay Gig, Sparking Backlash over Misuse of Funds
- Philippine President Marcos Jr. used a helicopter to bypass traffic to attend a Coldplay concert, sparking backlash on social media for misusing taxpayer funds
- Many regular concertgoers endured 7+ hours in traffic to get to the venue, criticizing Marcos for not addressing transportation issues
- Marcos' security team defended the helicopter usage citing an "unprecedented influx" of concertgoers causing traffic safety concerns
- Coldplay’s Chris Martin poked fun at Manila’s notorious traffic during the concert, thanking fans for enduring it and writing a song about it
- Manila was ranked the world’s worst city for traffic congestion this year, taking 25 minutes to drive 6 miles; the government vowed to find solutions