The Senate resumed session on Wednesday after Sen. Francis Escudero joined the minority-led bloc, enabling a quorum that allowed senators to reorganize the chamber, elect new officers, and adjourn the first regular session of the 20th Congress ahead of its scheduled break.
Senators from the minority bloc called on Tuesday for the resignation of Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano after the majority bloc failed to attend plenary sessions for a second consecutive day, preventing the Senate from holding a quorum.
The Fifth Division of the Sandiganbayan on Monday issued an arrest warrant against Senator Jinggoy Estrada and four co-accused in connection with plunder and graft charges arising from alleged irregularities in 2025 flood control projects.
Former Senate President Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III on Sunday called on Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano to consider stepping down if he could not unite the chamber, as Senate divisions deepen over proposed rule changes and preparations for an impeachment trial.
Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano said Saturday that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. may have received inaccurate information about the May 13 shooting incident linked to events at the Senate, and called for an independent investigation into the matter.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday criticized recent developments in the Senate, saying he was alarmed by the chamber’s internal disputes, the controversy surrounding a reported shooting incident on May 13, and proposals to allow senators to participate and vote remotely.
Interior and Local Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said Friday that Sen. Jinggoy Estrada may either surrender or face arrest following the filing of plunder and graft charges against him before the Sandiganbayan.
The Police Regional Office in Davao Region said Thursday that Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s lawyer has received the order revoking the senator’s firearms license and registrations.
Senators from the minority bloc walked out of the Senate plenary session Tuesday night in protest over a move to immediately vote on a proposal allowing senators to participate in sessions and cast votes through online channels.
MANILA, Philippines — Minority senators on Monday criticized Sen. Imee Marcos over a video presentation alleging a plot to amend the Constitution, calling it propaganda and raising concerns over its impact on the Senate’s integrity.