The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) in the Philippines is ramping up security measures around the Senate following allegations of threats made by Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian. Gatchalian stated that the Senate received intelligence, including from the National Bureau of Investigation, about potential threats amid rising political tensions. Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla acknowledged the ongoing threats and confirmed that security would be enhanced, especially as the country approaches June 12, a critical date. Despite the claims, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has yet to verify the intelligence regarding these threats. Remulla clarified that the information received is considered raw intelligence and that they are monitoring various destabilizing groups. The National Capital Region Police Office has stated it is deferring to Senate security regarding the threats while maintaining heightened awareness of the situation.