Bato faces ethics complaint over prolonged absenceFile photo shows Sen. Ronald dela Rosa, at the time a police chief, whispering to former president Rodrigo Duterte at Malacañang on Jan. 29, 2017. MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa is facing an ethics hearing that may see his salary suspended, after a civil society group filed a formal complaint before the Senate committee on ethics yesterday over his prolonged absence. One of the complainants, professor Cielo Magno, said the suspension of Dela Rosa's salary and office operations should be considered at the minimum. Dela Rosa's office said they remain operational despite their principal’s absence. Speaking to reporters, Sotto said he would personally review the ethics complaint and discuss the matter with Ejercito.

Source: Philippine Star February 26, 2026 04:01 UTC