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‘Romualdez a shoo-in for Speaker’
Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez is expected to be reelected as Speaker of the House of Representatives, with 287 lawmakers reportedly pledging their support.
His ally, Tingog Rep. Jude Acidre, stated that there is no credible challenger and the speakership question has already been resolved.
A significant majority of the 287 supporters, 283 lawmakers, have signed a manifesto backing Romualdez's reelection.
The 20th Congress will convene on July 28 to install new leaders, including the Speaker, before the President's State of the Nation Address.
Despite the strong backing, potential contenders for the speakership include Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco, Bacolod Rep. Albee Benitez, and Cebu Rep. Duke Frasco.
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