Senator Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri strongly objected to the video presentation shown during the privilege speech of Senator Imee Marcos, calling it a “propaganda tool” and urged the Senate to remove it from official records.
Rising on a point of order after Marcos’ speech, Zubiri cited Sections 93, 94, and 95 of the Senate rules on unparliamentary acts and language, arguing that the video unfairly implicated senators in alleged charter change and political maneuvering efforts.
“I move to strike that horrible propaganda video off the records of this great institution,” Zubiri said during the plenary session.
The senator criticized the material as opinionated and divisive, saying the Senate floor should only be used for presenting factual evidence relevant to legislative concerns, not what he described as “propaganda” meant to sow intrigue among lawmakers.
Zubiri stressed that he and several senators had previously opposed charter change initiatives, including the controversial People’s Initiative push in 2024.
“For the first time in the history of the Senate, 24 senators stood together against the fake People’s Initiative,” he said, denying any involvement in alleged efforts to amend the Constitution for political gain.
He also expressed disappointment over what he described as the growing spectacle in the Senate, warning that such actions damage the integrity of the institution.
“People think we are a circus because of this type of language and presentation in this august chamber,” Zubiri added, while emphasizing that senators should focus on restoring the credibility and dignity of the Senate.
The former Senate President further said no senator had approached him regarding charter change plans, insisting that many lawmakers remain opposed to constitutional amendments.
Marcos earlier delivered a privilege speech warning against alleged moves to pursue charter change, term extensions, and possible postponement of the 2028 national elections. During her speech, she presented a video that allegedly linked several political figures and lawmakers to discussions on constitutional amendments.
