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Angara resigns as senator
Senator Juan Edgardo "Sonny" Angara has formally resigned from the Senate of the Philippines, effective July 18, 2024.
His resignation is in light of his forthcoming appointment as the Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd), replacing Vice President Sara Duterte.
Angara's resignation letter, dated July 16, was received by Senate President Francis Escudero on July 18.
In his 11 years of service in the Senate, Angara highlighted his contributions to landmark legislation, including those on education, healthcare, workers' pay, senior citizens' pensions, PWD VAT exemption, and incentives for national athletes and coaches.
He acknowledged the serious challenges facing DepEd but expressed confidence in overcoming them with support from the Senate.
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