Malacañang says social media claims about the alleged arrest of fugitive Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa are a “diversion” intended to redirect public attention from Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. Both reports describe the Palace’s position that supporters of Duterte are spreading or amplifying speculation that dela Rosa has been arrested on orders associated with the Vice President, following activity on social media that intensified Tuesday night.
The Palace frames the arrest rumors as unrelated to the impeachment process and says they are meant to influence public focus rather than reflect verified developments. The reports present no confirmation from authorities or from dela Rosa’s side regarding his arrest, and instead emphasize the Palace’s criticism of the rumors as a tactic.
As of the accounts cited, the impeachment trial remains the central issue highlighted by the Palace, while the alleged arrest of dela Rosa is treated as unsubstantiated online speculation.
