The Senate’s credibility and integrity as an institution shouldn’t be marred by the different interpretation of the Constitution offered by some lawmakers regarding the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian made the remark on Sunday, June 8, warning...
The deportation of former Negros Oriental Third District Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. will be good opportunity for the Philippines to fix its tarnished image in the international community, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said. Gatchalian noted that what the expelled lawmaker...
Senators on Thursday, June 5 called on the government to intensify efforts to combat the spread of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections now affecting majority of the country’s youth population. Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, chairman of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, urged the...
Gatchalian said the government should consider encouraging some businesses to consider the benefits of the “Work From Home” law or the Telecommuting Act (Republic Act No. 11165) when the rehabilitation of the Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) starts in June. The senator said that while he...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian called on President Marcos to appoint a Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief who embodies strong leadership, unwavering integrity, and a deep sense of public service. In a statement issued on Wednesday, May 28, Gatchalian emphasized that the next PNP Chief must...
Senators on Sunday, June 8 called for the immediate convening of the bicameral conference committee that will tackle the wage hike bill to provide the much needed income relief to private sector workers amid the growing economic pressures. Since both the Senate and House of Representatives have...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Sunday, May 25 welcomed the filing of money laundering cases against dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo which he believes is a result of the Senate’s relentless pursuit against crimes committed by illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO). This...
Senator Joel Villanueva on Tuesday, May 20 welcomed the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) for opening 16,000 new teaching positions for public schools for school year 2025-2026 as this is critical in addressing the country’s learning crisis. “We laud the DBM for authorizing the...
The Senate Committee on Ways and Means on Monday, May 19 expressed firm belief that reducing taxes is not the solution to help curb illicit tobacco trade but that strengthening enforcement against such activities is still the best course. Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, chairman of the ways and means...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Sunday, May 11 welcomed the deployment of road safety measures and health emergency teams on major highways a day before the conduct of the 2025 midterm elections, saying it is crucial during this high-risk period. This, as the Department of Health (DOH), deployed...
Senators on Friday, May 9 expressed elation at the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new Bishop of Rome and shepherd of the Roman Catholic Church. “The historic ascension of Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Pope marks a new chapter for the Church, offering hope and optimism to...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Tuesday, May 6 called on the government to conduct a full-scale investigation against InfinitUs Marketing Solutions Inc. (IMSI) which is allegedly involved in trolling activities favoring China. Gatchalian made the call after the denials made by the public relations...
