Cayetano siblings question alleged intimidation of opposition senators during impeachment trial
Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano and Senator Pia Cayetano raised concerns about possible threats against opposition lawmakers during the impeachment proceedings.
On the 24th day of the Senate impeachment trial, Senator Pia Cayetano inquired of Sandiganbayan presiding justice Amparo Cabotaje-Tang if judges have experienced public threats related to their work, to which the justice replied there were none. Alan Peter Cayetano, speaking humorously, asked whether the justice could issue a writ of amparo for “senator-judges,” referencing the legal remedy that protects against threats to life, liberty, or security.
In a subsequent interview, he alleged that intimidation is being aimed at opposition senators, implying that such pressure could result in legal cases by December. He argued that the opposition would not threaten its own members and urged observers to “open our eyes” to see the truth. The remarks were made amid ongoing discussions about the timeline and potential charges linked to the impeachment process.
Why it matters
The statements highlight political tension and concerns over possible intimidation of lawmakers during a high-profile impeachment.
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