Senator Robin Padilla faced a storm of online backlash after defending the so‑called “Bato Amendment” in Senate rules, which would allow fugitive Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to participate and vote via online
In a Facebook post, Padilla invoked *force majeure* as justification, citing global conflicts and looming regional tensions:
“War/gera/digmaan sa Gitnang Silangan na nagresulta sa terorismo sa iba’t ibang parte ng mundo. Ang napipintong pagkadawit ng Pilipina sa China‑Taiwan conflict. Hindi po ba ito force majeure?”
Netizens quickly ridiculed the actor‑turned‑politician, branding him more of a “comedian in the Senate” than an action star. Comments ranged from sarcastic quips to outright disgust:
“Pwede naman kung ililipat nila sa Iran ang senado 🤣”
“This robin is full of horse manure.”
“Ha ha ha. What a funny guy. 😂 He will be cited for obstruction of justice very very soon.”
“Majeure problem of the Senate 😂”
“OMG. Hahaha! Ano na tayo Robin! *LOL*”
The online uproar underscores growing public frustration over attempts to bend Senate rules in favor of Dela Rosa, who remains a fugitive facing obstruction charges. # (ZIA LUNA)
