STATEMENT OF SEN. ANGARA ON THE SC RULING TO OUST CJ SERENO

If the decision is indeed 8-6 as reported, it shows a divided Court on a very important constitutional issue. This means the ruling may not be a stable one and may be subject to revision going forward.

I do not agree with the decision because impeachment is the only constitutional route for removal of a Chief Justice, but we acknowledge that the Court has spoken. The ripple effect of the decision may be felt in the coming months and years.

I pray that wisdom and sobriety prevail in the future for the good of the country and our people.