Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano on Tuesday dismissed rumors of a coup against Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, describing such discussions as common but rarely resulting in action.
“Basta naman nag-break tapos may balikan, parating pag-uusapan. But having said that, usually kapag maingay yan, wala yan,” Cayetano said.
He added: “Wala namang attempt. People always talk about it. Everyone in the minority wants to be in the majority, diba? Everyone thinks they can do a better job.”
Cayetano stressed that the minority bloc is focused on contributing to national priorities, particularly the upcoming budget deliberations: “I think our biggest job now is to give better ideas for the budget. Renewal ito eh. Hindi ito ordinary lang na parang ‘let’s do it better.’ Hindi, ‘let’s redo everything.’”
He said the minority will actively engage in budget debates and Blue Ribbon Committee hearings to ensure sound policy direction.
Sotto earlier confirmed circulating discussions but downplayed their significance: “There are one or two stories about someone talking to others—that’s all,” noting the Senate President’s position depends on the “wisdom and trust” of colleagues.