Marcos, Escudero clash over Senate order

Sen. Imee Marcos described Senate President Francis Escudero as 'ambitious' after he urged her not to use the Senate for political purposes.

Marcos suggested that Escudero might feel tense due to potential competition from veteran senators returning to the Upper Chamber, such as Vicente Sotto III.

When asked about Escudero's future plans, Marcos indicated he has 'big plans' and may be considering a higher elective position with the new Congress approaching.

Escudero refused to sign an order issued by the Senate committee on foreign affairs chaired by Marcos to cite special envoy Markus Lacanilao in contempt for alleged dishonesty regarding Duterte’s arrest.

The two senators clashed over Escudero's decision, with Marcos maintaining that his actions set a dangerous precedent and undermined institutional integrity.

Escudero countered that using the Senate as a platform for personal political objectives threatens its credibility and urged Marcos to use her influence as a bridge toward unity rather than division.