Senator Pia Cayetano Breaks Down Over Colleague's Remarks on Senate Shooting
Pia Cayetano sobs over Hontiveros’ remark on Senate shooting
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During a Senate session in Manila, Philippines, Senator Pia Cayetano became emotional while responding to Senator Risa Hontiveros' comments about a recent shooting incident. Cayetano expressed her fear for her safety and criticized colleagues for failing to check on her after the traumatic event, highlighting the emotional toll the violence has taken on them.
- 01Senator Pia Cayetano expressed deep emotional distress, stating she felt the need to say goodbye to her children during the shooting incident.
- 02Cayetano criticized her colleagues for not reaching out to her after the incident, saying it was 'extremely painful' not to receive any concern.
- 03Senator Risa Hontiveros clarified her earlier remark, indicating it was about the Senate's institutional response rather than personal feelings.
- 04The shooting incident occurred while Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa sought refuge in the Senate, linked to his controversial past as police chief.
- 05Senator Loren Legarda was seen comforting Cayetano during the emotional exchange in the Senate.
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In a poignant moment during a Senate session in Manila, Senator Pia Cayetano broke down in tears while addressing comments made by Senator Risa Hontiveros regarding a recent shooting incident in the Senate. Cayetano expressed that Hontiveros' remark, implying that it felt as if 'nothing happened,' was deeply hurtful to those who experienced the incident firsthand. She recounted her fear during the shooting, stating she felt compelled to say goodbye to her children. Cayetano also lamented the lack of concern shown by her colleagues, saying, 'It was extremely painful' not to hear from them after the traumatic event. In response, Hontiveros clarified that her statement was meant to reflect the Senate's institutional posture rather than personal feelings. The shooting incident occurred as Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa sought sanctuary in the Senate, amid controversies surrounding his role in the Duterte administration's war on drugs. The emotional exchange highlighted the ongoing impact of violence on lawmakers and the need for action.
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The incident has raised concerns about safety and security within the Philippine Senate, prompting discussions on legislative action to address violence.
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