Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 28, 2025, at the Batasang Pambansa in Quezon City, marking the midpoint of his presidency. In his speech, Marcos acknowledged his administration's shortcomings and pledged to address key public concerns highlighted by recent midterm elections, including poverty and corruption. He focused on infrastructure, electrification, public services, and grassroots sports development, particularly in Mindanao, and honored several national athletes. Marcos strongly criticized failed flood control projects amid recent flooding, ordering the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to submit a comprehensive report and audit of all flood control projects from the past three years. He vowed to hold accountable government officials and contractors involved in corruption related to these projects and promised transparency by publishing the audit results for public scrutiny. The President also addressed issues with water supply, directing the Local Water Utilities Administration (LWUA) to continue investigating consumer complaints. Additionally, Marcos vowed to pursue those responsible for the abduction and disappearance of sabungeros (cockfighters). Notably, Marcos did not mention any human rights agenda or the forthcoming trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The speech lasted one hour and 10 minutes. In the political arena, Senate President Chiz Escudero was reelected with a 19-5 vote to lead the Senate for the 20th Congress, while Senator Tito Sotto was elected Senate minority leader. Opposition-allied senators Bam Aquino and Kiko Pangilinan joined the Senate majority bloc, whereas Senator Risa Hontiveros joined the minority. In the House of Representatives, Martin Romualdez, the President's cousin, was reelected as speaker, and presidential son Sandro Marcos was elected House majority leader. Senator Imee Marcos, the President's sister, skipped the SONA. Activist groups staged protests in Cebu City ahead of the address, and human rights defenders called for stronger commitments to rights protection from the administration.