Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Wednesday, July 30 rejected insinuations he is one of the corrupt government officials whom President Marcos castigated in his speech during his State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday. In his speech, Marcos told corrupt officials to be ashamed...
The Senate will decide on Aug. 6 on whether or not to proceed with the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, following the recent Supreme Court (SC) ruling that declared the impeachment complaint unconstitutional. Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero announced on Tuesday, July...
The Senate announced on Tuesday, July 29, its initial roster of committee chairmanships in the nascent 20th Congress. The list shows a mix of seasoned and new lawmakers taking charge of some of the most significant committees in the upper chamber. Senator Rodante Marcoleta, a first-time senator,...
Multi-awarded writer Jose Dalisay Jr. reminded the supporters of Senators Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan and Paolo Benigno "Bam" Aquino IV that they are not just answerable to the “pinklawans,” a term referring to the opposition, as both are being heavily criticized for joining the Senate majority...
Senators on Monday, July 28 lauded President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s strong directive for a thorough audit and review of all flood control projects following the massive flooding that greatly affected Filipinos during the past few weeks. Sen. Paolo “Bam” Aquino IV said it is...
Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero officially retained his post as Senate President as the 20th Congress formally opened on Monday, July 28, securing majority support from his colleagues in the Upper Chamber. Escudero was reelected by a comfortable margin during the Senate’s first plenary...
The Senate on Monday morning, July 28, formally opened the first regular session of the 20th Congress, hours before President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. delivers his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA). Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero pounded the gavel at around 10 a.m.,...
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday, July 28 said she has decided to remain with the Senate minority bloc in the 20th Congress. In a press conference before the opening of the First Regular Session of the 20th Congress, Hontiveros said she will be joining the minority bloc again. “My original plan...
The Senate impeachment court will have to decide whether or not to heed the Supreme Court’s decision barring the Senate from taking up the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte. Atty. Regie Tongol, spokesperson of the impeachment court, confirmed this saying it is part of...
Despite the Supreme Court’s decision declaring the articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte as unconstitutional, some senators believe that the Senate can still continue with the impeachment trial. Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto III pointed out that the Senate has the power...
Senator Paolo “Bam” Aquino IV has called on the Senate to launch an extensive probe into the government’s flood control projects following the massive flooding that affected many parts of the country after several days of continuous rains. Aquino said it is necessary to examine the...
Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero addressed recent allegations surrounding the supposed insertion of P142.7 billion in the 2025 national budget, calling the accusations politically motivated. “Madali namang sagutin basta may nagsasalita. Ang hirap makipag-debate kay sources. Mahirap...
