On May 20, 2026, CCTV footage captured Senators Robin Padilla and Ronald 'Bato' Dela Rosa leaving the Senate building together. The footage, which was obtained by news outlets, shows the two senators walking side by side through the Senate lobby and exiting through the main entrance.
The sighting comes amid ongoing political developments in the Philippines, though no specific agenda for their meeting has been confirmed. Both senators are known allies of former President Rodrigo Duterte and have been vocal on various legislative matters.
Senator Padilla, who chairs the Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments, and Senator Dela Rosa, who heads the Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, have collaborated on several bills in the past. Their joint departure has sparked speculation about potential discussions on pending legislation.
Neither senator has issued a statement regarding the meeting as of press time. The Senate is currently in session, with several priority measures under consideration.
