Senator Jinggoy Estrada’s latest performance at the Senate was nothing short of a circus act, proving once again that he’s more interested in playing the clown than fulfilling his legislative duties. 

His callous line of questioning towards Sandro Muhlach, who was visibly shaken and traumatized, was a masterclass in insensitivity. One can’t help but wonder if Estrada would maintain his bravado if it were his own son on the stand. But of course, in the Estrada universe, empathy is a foreign concept. 

The committee’s “investigation” into what is essentially a criminal offense is nothing more than a farce, conveniently labeled as being “in aid of legislation.” The real question is, where does the legislation come in? Perhaps in drafting a bill on how to transform a Senate hearing into a comedy show? Because if that’s the goal, Estrada is already miles ahead.