Additional police forces will be deployed at the main gate and other areas near the Senate in anticipation of the influx of more protesters amid the ongoing tension between majority and minority senators.

Calls for Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano to resign are growing and the Philippine National Police (PNP) is concerned that more groups and individuals would troop to the Senate to air their grievances.

PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr said he already directed the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) and concerned local police units to implement precautionary security measures around the Senate complex and nearby government facilities.

“Our current posture around the Senate is one of heightened vigilance but calibrated restraint. Our deployment is strictly precautionary and proactive," said Nartatez

He said he already tasked the NCRPO to maximize police visibility and establish strategic checkpoints around the Senate premises as heightened political developments have triggered public debate and raised the possibility of demonstrations near key government institutions.

Nartatez stressed that police presence is intended to ensure public safety and allow government functions to continue without interference.

"The PNP remains entirely apolitical. Our sole mandate here is to maintain public order, manage traffic flow, and ensure that the Senate can conduct its vital legislative functions without any external disruption," said Nartatez.

Aside from increasing visibility patrols, Nartatez said they are coordinating with Senate security officials, local government units, and traffic management authorities to ensure a unified security posture in areas that may be affected by protest activities.

Police units have also been directed to conduct continuous threat and intelligence assessments to identify potential risks while respecting lawful activities.

Meanwhile, Nartatez appealed to groups planning to hold demonstrations to exercise their rights responsibly and peacefully.

“We appeal to the organizers of these planned rallies to keep their activities peaceful and orderly. Do not allow your ranks to be infiltrated by provocateurs,” he said.

“Our police officers are on the ground not to suppress your voices but to protect lives and property. Any act of violence or vandalism will be dealt with immediately and strictly under the law,” Nartatez added.