Gunshots reportedly rang out inside the Philippine Senate late Wednesday evening, prompting Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla to enter the complex amid a tense security situation linked to the reported attempt to arrest Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa. Gunshots reportedly rang out inside the Philippine Senate late Wednesday evening, prompting Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla to enter the complex amid a tense security situation linked to the reported attempt to arrest Senator

In a stunning consolidation of legislative power, the Senate has elected Alan Peter Cayetano as the new Senate President, securing the gavel with a decisive 13-9-2 vote that marks the definitive collapse of the Sotto administration. The successful takeover was catalyzed by the strategic return of Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa to the plenary, whose presence solidified the 13-vote majority needed to approve the motion declaring all leadership positions vacant. With this histo