President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed strong criticism of the Senate's repeated cancellations of sessions, describing the chamber as being in "disarray" during a critical period that requires urgent legislative action on rising oil prices and other national concerns. In an interview, Marcos urged senators to resume work, emphasizing the necessity of congressional action on measures like a supplemental budget and amendments to existing laws to mitigate the impact of higher fuel costs. While his administration is exploring legal options to address the situation, Marcos acknowledged the constitutional limits of presidential authority over a coequal branch, stating that the resolution ultimately rests with the Senate's leadership. He questioned the justification for suspending sessions, particularly in light of controversies surrounding some members, and contrasted the Senate's inaction with the continuous operations of the executive and judicial branches, warning that legislative paralysis could hinder the government's ability to assist citizens during economic uncertainty.