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Malacañang said President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is inclined to call a special session of Congress if the Senate leadership formally requests it.

According to multiple reports, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the President is prepared to act once the proper request is submitted, especially if important Senate work could be delayed by the ongoing leadership dispute.

Castro also said the Palace recognizes the leadership of Acting Senate President Win Gatchalian, while noting that internal issues within the Senate should be resolved by the senators themselves.

The possible special session comes as the Senate faces questions over leadership, quorum, and pending national matters that may require urgent action.

This issue is a reminder that public service should continue even when politics becomes complicated. Leadership disputes must be settled through rules and proper process, but the work of government should not forget the people waiting for results. In the end, the country needs leaders who can rise above conflict, protect institutions, and keep serving with clarity and responsibility.

Vice President Sara Duterte has raised concern over what she described as the alleged use of government institutions and public resources against political opponents.

According to multiple reports, Duterte said recent political developments should concern Filipinos regardless of political affiliation, warning that democracy can weaken when state power is used to silence dissent or pressure public officials.

Her statement comes amid heightened political tension involving the Senate, impeachment-related proceedings, and continuing public debate over accountability, due process, and institutional independence.

Duterte also stressed that government institutions should remain independent and should not be used as tools for political intimidation. Her critics, meanwhile, have maintained that public officials facing allegations must answer through proper legal and constitutional processes.

As the issue continues to unfold, the public is reminded to follow verified information, avoid personal attacks, and allow legal and institutional processes to proceed fairly.

This story is a reminder that democracy depends on both accountability and restraint. Public officials must be answerable to the people, but institutions must also remain fair, independent, and protected from political abuse. In times of division, what the country needs most is truth, due process, and leaders who put the public good above political survival.

Senator Imee Marcos drew attention inside the Senate after saying she never expected that, as a member of the Marcos family, she would one day defend the 1987 Constitution.

According to multiple news reports, Marcos made the remark during a privilege speech where she raised concerns over alleged efforts to amend the Constitution, including claims involving possible political term extensions and electoral advantage. The 1987 Constitution was drafted after the 1986 People Power Revolution, which ended the rule of her father, former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

During the same session, Marcos presented a video containing allegations about a supposed Charter change plot. However, the material was later withdrawn from the Senate record after other senators questioned its basis and criticized the claims as unverified.

At this stage, the allegations remain disputed and should not be treated as proven fact. Any serious claim involving changes to the Constitution, election rules, or public officials requires proper evidence, transparent inquiry, and due process.

This moment is a reminder that history can take unexpected turns, but democracy depends on more than personalities or political drama. Constitutions, laws, and public institutions exist to protect the people, not the interests of one side. In times of controversy, the best response is not blind loyalty or quick judgment, but careful thinking, verified facts, and respect for the process that keeps public trust alive.

The Department of Justice is looking into Senator Robin Padilla’s public statements regarding the departure of Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa from the Senate.

According to multiple reports, Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida said Padilla had already made several admissions about being with Dela Rosa when the latter left the Senate compound. The DOJ said it will review the remarks as authorities continue efforts related to the International Criminal Court arrest warrant against Dela Rosa.

Dela Rosa has denied wrongdoing in connection with allegations linked to the Duterte administration’s drug war. Any legal questions surrounding his case, as well as any possible liability of those who may have helped him, remain subject to proper investigation and due process.

The issue has added another layer to the ongoing debate over law enforcement, accountability, and the rule of law in the country.

This story is a reminder that in moments of political tension, truth must still be handled carefully. Public statements, legal processes, and government actions should be guided by evidence, fairness, and respect for due process — because justice is strongest when it is firm, but also fair.