MANILA, Philippines— There was nothing like Senator Padilla to lighten the mood at a serious Senate hearing. For a moment, Padilla provided comic relief in the often tension-filled Senate
Sen. Robin Padilla during the Senate hearing on the Philippine offshore gaming operator. Bibo Nueva España / Senate PRIB
For a moment, Padilla provided comic relief in the often tension-filled Senate chamber, which on Tuesday was conducting a hearing on the Philippine offshore gaming operator industry with his “Jackie Chan” attire, as one colleague described it. “Let me acknowledge the presence of Senator Robin Padilla, who is in his Jackie Chan attire,” Gatchalian said, drawing laughter from another senator, Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa.After the banter, Padilla gave his opening statement, saying he initially thought he was no longer needed in the probe since he knows nothing about gambling.
“Thank you Senator Padilla for that. Siguradong matatakot sa inyo ngayon yung mga , naka Jackie Chan ano kayo e…” Gatchalian said.The Senate probe led by Gatchalian’s committee centered on alleged crimes and other irregular activities by some offshore gaming operators in the country.“Alam nyo ako po ay hindi abogado. Ako ay criminologist, pero di ako abogado, abogago ako,” Padilla said.
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