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House leaders prep for 20th Congress
House leaders of the 19th Congress held a "unity meeting" to prepare for the 20th Congress, focusing on administrative matters such as committee assignments and organizational concerns.
Deputy Speaker David Suarez highlighted the extensive groundwork needed for 315 congressmen to ensure the House functions effectively by July.
The meeting signaled leaders' expectation that Leyte 1st District Representative Martin Romualdez will retain the House speakership in the 20th Congress, with his party Lakas-CMD having over 100 members.
Suarez stated he was unaware of any other candidates for the Speakership.
House prosecutors are expected to present the articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte to the Senate.
Mamamayang Liberal nominee Leila De Lima and Akbayan nominee Chel Diokno are set to join the House prosecution panel.
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House leaders David Suarez and Mark Enverga expressed confidence that Ferdinand Martin Romualdez will remain Speaker of the House of Representatives for the 20th Congress.
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Leyte Representative Martin Romualdez is expected to retain his speakership in the 20th Congress due to a strong show of support from a majority of House members.
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