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Garbin steps down from CA post, wants to be more ‘independent’
Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Alfredo Garbin Jr. has resigned from the Commission on Appointments (CA) to take a more independent stance in the House of Representatives.
Garbin stated that his decision was made after careful consideration and stems from a personal conviction to serve the public, without any indication of conflict or disagreement.
He affirmed that he has committed no wrongdoing and remains dedicated to the trust placed in him by his constituents.
The House of Representatives has appointed ABONO Party-list Representative Robert Raymund Estrella to fill the vacancy left by Garbin in the CA.
The Commission on Appointments, composed of 24 senators and representatives, is constitutionally tasked with approving or rejecting presidential appointments.
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