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Escudero has numbers to remain Senate president, says Villanueva
Senate President Chiz Escudero is likely to retain his position as Senate president in the 20th Congress, with at least 13 out of 24 senators supporting him.
Senator Joel Villanueva confirmed the support numbers after personally speaking with his colleagues.
Villanueva emphasized that Escudero's leadership has resulted in numerous legislative achievements and mutual respect among senators.
Villanueva expressed confidence in Escudero's re-election, having discussed the matter with a majority of senators.
However, Villanueva acknowledged that some senators' votes may change before the election.
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