Politics · Philippines Bureau
Senate trust drops while House approval climbs in Q2 survey
Public confidence in the Philippine Senate has declined in the second quarter of 2026, while trust in the House of Representatives increased during the same period, according to the latest OCTA Research survey.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — The Senate's public trust rating fell during the second quarter of 2026, marking a shift in how Filipinos view the country's legislative chambers, survey results released Thursday show.
OCTA Research's "Tugon ng Masa" survey documented the decline in Senate confidence levels while simultaneously recording gains in public trust for the House of Representatives. The quarterly measurement tracks satisfaction and approval metrics across major Filipino institutions.
The divergence in public sentiment reflects shifting perceptions of legislative performance among respondents surveyed during the second quarter. While specific numerical changes were not detailed in initial reports, the trends indicate distinct patterns in how citizens evaluate the two chambers of Congress.
The OCTA Research survey, which regularly measures public opinion on key institutions and national issues, provides policymakers and observers with periodic snapshots of citizen confidence and satisfaction levels. The quarterly releases have become a key barometer of institutional approval across the Philippines.