Senator Imee Marcos delivered a strongly worded privilege speech in the Senate, declaring opposition to alleged efforts to extend political terms and amend the 1987 Constitution, which she said was originally written “against her family.”

In her speech after presenting a video on Monday, May 25, Marcos raised concerns over reported discussions involving charter change (cha-cha), leadership realignments, and possible term extensions or election postponements.

“Hindi ko inaakalang aabot sa punto ng buhay ko na ako, isang Marcos, magtatanggol [sa] 1987 Constitution, isang saligang batas na isinulat laban sa aming pamilya,” she said, emphasizing the irony of her position as a member of the Marcos family defending the current Constitution.

She warned against what she described as proposals prioritizing impeachment maneuvers, term extensions, and political restructuring over urgent national issues such as poverty, employment, health, and livelihood.

“Impeachment, no elections, term extension… inuuna ito kaysa gutom, trabaho, kalusugan, kabuhayan,” Marcos said, adding that such efforts could prolong public suffering.

The senator also claimed that various legislative initiatives and discussions point toward possible constitutional amendments, including proposals for a Constitutional Convention (Con-Con), changes in term limits, and restructuring of government institutions.

Marcos cited several measures and discussions in both chambers of Congress, as well as public statements from political leaders, as indicators of ongoing momentum for charter change efforts. She warned that these developments could potentially lead to broader institutional changes, including the possible abolition or restructuring of existing legislative bodies.

She also questioned whether the administration was truly opposed to charter change, suggesting inconsistencies between official statements and political movements in Congress.

Despite her criticisms, Marcos said she remains committed to defending democratic processes and the 1987 Constitution, urging colleagues to guarantee that elections in 2028 will proceed as scheduled.

At the end of her speech, she said she would not entertain interpellations, calling instead for the public and the Senate to closely examine the issues she raised.

“Let the facts… resonate fully with this chamber and the Filipino people,” she said, ending her privilege speech.