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Pulong refuses to choose between Alan Peter, Lord
Deputy Speaker Paolo Duterte has chosen to remain neutral in the House speakership dispute between Representatives Lord Allan Velasco and Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano, citing his friendship with both lawmakers.
He acknowledged the existence of a term-sharing agreement, giving Velasco the right to assert his claim, but also recognized the substantial support Cayetano continues to receive from other representatives.
Duterte stated his refusal to make any statement that could either favor or harm either of the two individuals vying for the speakership.
He expressed sadness over the infighting, emphasizing his desire for a unified House of Representatives and his respect for all its members.
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President Rodrigo Duterte is unlikely to convene another meeting with Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano and Marinduque Representative Lord Allan Velasco regarding the speakership row.
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A fierce battle for the speakership is brewing in the House of Representatives between Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano and Marinduque Rep. Lord Allan Velasco.
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President Rodrigo Duterte felt betrayed and "duped" by Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano's actions to retain his position, contrary to their term-sharing agreement.
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184 lawmakers rejected Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano's resignation offer, with one voting to accept and nine abstaining.
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Marinduque Representative Lord Allan Velasco met with Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte in Davao City, fueling speculation amid the speakership row in the House of Representatives.
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