Pimentel advises against Cha-cha before 2025 elections

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel advised against pursuing constitutional changes through Charter change (Cha-cha) before the 2025 National and Local Elections due to recent controversies surrounding a people's initiative.

Pimentel expressed concerns that ongoing efforts could be manipulated by lawmakers with hidden agendas, leading to public distrust, and suggested waiting until after the elections for a 'new set of legislators'.

He cited a Pulse Asia survey showing 88% of Filipinos oppose amending the Constitution amid the current controversy.

The senator emphasized respecting the new mandate if those supporting Cha-cha are re-elected in future elections.

Senate leaders, including Pimentel and Gatchalian, believe there is no urgency to rush constitutional amendments and prefer the Senate to lead deliberations on RBH 6 once the people's initiative issue is resolved.