Dy lauds Gatchalian's election as acting Senate leader

MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Faustino Dy 3rd has congratulated Acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian after he was voted in by the members of the so-called "new" majority on Wednesday. Gatchalian was elected as acting Senate leader after Sen. Francis Escudero moved from the majority led by Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano to the minority following days of impasse. In a statement, Dy said that a "fully functioning Senate is essential to advancing legislation, exercising oversight, and upholding democratic governance," "We are confident that under your stewardship, the Senate will continue to discharge its constitutional duties with integrity, independence, and dedication to the public interest," Dy said. He said that he is wishing Gatchalian success as he leads the upper chamber in addressing the challenges and opportunities before the country.

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