Cendaña faces online attacks over appearance, Dela Rosa apologizes for offensive remarks

Akbayan Party-List Representative Perci Cendaña addressed online criticism and personal attacks regarding his appearance, which were linked to his support for impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte.

Cendaña explained on Facebook that the grimace on his face is due to being a stroke survivor and challenged critics who dared him to come close so they could punch him.

Senator Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa made offensive physical remarks about Cendaña, which sparked backlash on social media, though he later apologized for his comments.

Former Senator Leila De Lima criticized Dela Rosa for his disrespectful comment towards an elected official and someone who has overcome serious health challenges.

Dela Rosa acknowledged the hurt caused by his words and took responsibility for them in a public apology, expressing empathy for those angered by recent events.