A total of 285 congressmen have expressed support for Speaker Martin Romualdez to continue leading the House of Representatives in the 20th Congress, effectively securing his position.
Deputy Speaker David “Jay-Jay” Suarez confirmed that 278 lawmakers have signed formal declarations backing Romualdez, including some members of the traditionally opposition Liberal Party.
The broad coalition supporting Romualdez spans multiple parties, reflecting a political consensus focused on legislative continuity and national stability.
Suarez emphasized that Romualdez’s leadership has earned trust through principled and results-oriented governance, aligning with President Marcos’ legislative agenda.
The move signals a collective commitment among lawmakers to prioritize effective lawmaking and institutional harmony over political differences.
Source: PhilNews24 | May 26, 2025
LP LAWMAKERS SUPPORT ROMUALDEZ’S RE-ELECTION AS SPEAKER IN 20TH CONGRESS.
Latest from Politics
Senators Robin Padilla and Bong Go, along with other petitioners, asked the Supreme Court to overturn
Malacañang denied reports of changes in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Cabinet, including the supposed resignation of
The House of Representatives rejected Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco’s proposals to publicly disclose the chamber’s spending
President Sherwin Gatchalian said it is not standard practice for senators to turn over a stripped
The Comelec Political Finance and Affairs Division (PFAD) found “inconsistencies” between Sen. Rodante Marcoleta’s statements in