# Treason Raps Pushed vs Firm Allegedly Hired by China for Troll Farms
## A Call for Justice: Rep. Rodriguez Demands Charges Against Infinitus Marketing Solutions
By Jose Cielito Reganit, April 25, 2025, 5:43 pm
MANILA -- In a shocking revelation, the Department of Justice (DOJ) is being urged to file treason and other criminal charges against the officers and board members of Makati-based Infinitus Marketing Solutions. This call comes after a Senate hearing that exposed the company's alleged connection with China, which has been contracted to run online troll farms in the country.
The revelation was made by Cagayan de Oro 2nd District Rep. Rufus Rodriguez, who is a consistent critic of China's aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). During the Senate hearing, documents were presented linking the Chinese Embassy in Manila to a covert online disinformation campaign in the country, allegedly tapping into local marketing firms.
"The DOJ and the National Bureau of Investigation should file charges for treason and other violations of the Revised Penal Code and the National Security Act against officers and directors of Infinitus Marketing Solutions," Rep. Rodriguez said.
He stressed that the laws punish any Filipino who betrays or acts disloyal to the country, particularly those undermining national interest, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Rodriguez also called for immediate sanctions from the Department of Foreign Affairs against Chinese embassy officials who brokered the deal.
## The Web of Deceit: China's Role in Online Disinformation
Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino presented evidence during Thursday's hearing, revealing that China has been funding troll farms to discredit the administration and influence public perception. According to Tolentino, Beijing's aim is not just to sway discussions but to launch direct attacks on the government and advance its agenda of dominating the Philippines.
"China's government through its embassy is paying Filipino troll farms to oppose and smear the administration," Tolentino said, warning of Beijing's increasing involvement in what he called "Malign, Influence, Foreign Interference" efforts, including hacking vital government agencies.
## A Call for Vigilance: Preventing Chinese Interference in Elections
House Deputy Majority Leader Jude Acidre echoed Rep. Rodriguez's sentiments, urging the diplomatic corps to help prevent Chinese interference in the upcoming elections. Acidre warned that allowing China to influence the electoral process would be a betrayal of national interests and a threat to democracy.
"Perhaps we may need the help of diplomatic channels in this case after the Senate uncovered the involvement of Beijing in trying to interfere with our own elections, in the hopes of getting a favorable policy in our sovereign country," Acidre said.
He urged Filipinos not to be swayed by candidates who are beholden to "Team China" and instead vote for those who will defend national interests. "Simply put, patriots will be pitted against traitors to our national flag come election day. So, we're calling on our electorate -- the 67 million or so Filipino voters -- to please vote only for those candidates who will not sell our national patrimony to any colonial power," Acidre warned.
As tensions between China and the Philippines continue to rise, the country's leaders are taking a stand against alleged meddling in the electoral process. It remains to be seen how the government will respond to these allegations, but one thing is clear: the fight for national sovereignty and integrity will not be silenced.