Senate

The Philippine Senate is currently facing a constitutional debate over the timing of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, with Senate President Francis Escudero proposing a delay until July 30. This proposal has sparked criticism from lawmakers like ACT Teachers Party-List Rep France Castro and Senator Cynthia Villar, who argue that delays benefit Duterte and are impractical given ongoing election campaigns.

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Last updated at April 26, 2025.

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Vic del Rosario urges anti-online piracy bill to boost creative economy

Vicente 'Vic' del Rosario Jr., chairman and CEO of Viva Communications, on Friday urged the passage of an anti-online piracy bill to elevate the country's creative economy to match South Korea’s level.
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Senate leader alleges Chinese Embassy used firm to spread fake news

Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino alleged on Thursday that the Chinese Embassy in Manila contracted a Makati-based marketing firm to spread pro-Beijing narratives and fake news against Philippine government officials.
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NSC flags potential Chinese election interference

The National Security Council (NSC) flagged potential interference by China in the upcoming Philippine elections during a Senate hearing on Thursday, raising alarms among political groups and prompting calls for urgent investigation.
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Sen. Tulfo clarifies seafarers' law amid misinformation

Sen. Raffy Tulfo convened a consultative meeting at the Senate with various stakeholders to clarify provisions of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers amid circulating misinformation about the newly signed law.
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Senate honors Nora Aunor with resolution

Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada has filed Senate Resolution No. 1337 to honor the life and achievements of Nora Aunor, who passed away on April 16 at age 71.
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Imee Marcos criticizes Escudero for lenient treatment of Lacanilao

Senator Imee Marcos criticized Senate President Francis Escudero's decision to detain Special Envoy on Transnational Crimes Markus Lacanilao for only two days, calling it a 'gentle slap on the wrist'.
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VP Sara Duterte confident in impeachment case, dismisses political maneuver claims

Vice President Sara Duterte expressed confidence in winning her impeachment case during a visit to Cebu City on Tuesday, where she met with her legal team upon returning from The Hague.
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Marcos signs law mandating prompt Islamic burials

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act 12160, known as the 'Philippine Islamic Burial Act,' mandating the immediate burial of Muslim cadavers in accordance with Islamic rites on April 11.
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Senate detains Lacanilao for evasive ICC responses

Ambassador Markus Lacanilao was detained at the Senate on Monday after failing to adequately explain his evasive responses during a previous hearing regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte's transfer to the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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Philippine senators honor Pope Francis with resolution

On Monday, April 21, Philippine senators joined the global outpouring of grief over the passing of Pope Francis, celebrating his legacy as a compassionate leader who championed marginalized communities.
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