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Up to 16 senators back Chiz, says JV; Sotto leaves fate to colleagues
As many as 16 senators have signed a resolution supporting Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero to retain his Senate presidency in the 20th Congress.
Senator JV Ejercito confirmed he is among the signatories, expressing courtesy and respect for Escudero.
While Ejercito admitted being torn between Escudero and returning Senator Vicente "Tito" Sotto III, he acknowledged that backing Escudero could lead to his retention as Senate deputy majority leader.
The resolution, which has garnered a "super majority" of signatures, was circulated last month while Congress was on break.
Signatories include the Cayetano, Villar, and Tulfo siblings, along with Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada.
The 20th Congress is scheduled to begin its first regular session on July 28, preceding President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address.
Estrada previously confirmed the existence of the resolution, noting that Escudero's leadership is secured with the current number of signatories.
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