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Zubiri, suportado si Sotto na maging Senate president
Senator Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri voiced his support for Senator Vicente "Tito" Sotto III to return as Senate President in the 20th Congress.
Zubiri expressed dissatisfaction with the current leadership of Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero, hoping for a change in the next Congress.
He desires a Senate leader who upholds the chamber's integrity and traditions, avoiding a dictatorial style of leadership.
Zubiri indicated openness to supporting alternative candidates for the Senate presidency.
A "veteran bloc" is expected to form in the 20th Congress, consisting of Senators Zubiri, Sotto, Loren Legarda, and Panfilo Lacson.
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