Marcos confident Escudero will advance his vision of ‘Bagong Pilipinas’
Newly instated Senate President Chiz Escudero answers queries from media members on Monday, May 20, 2024. (Noy Morcoso/INQUIRER.net)
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday said that he is confident that newly instated Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero will advance his vision of “Bagong Pilipinas.”
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In a surprising turn of events, Escudero replaced the ousted Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri on Monday.
“Senator Chiz steps into this role following the commendable tenure of Senator Migz Zuburi, and I am confident that under his leadership, the Senate will continue to prioritize transformative laws to achieve our shared vision for a Bagong Pilipinas,” said Marcos in an X post.
“I extend my support to the new Senate President, Chiz Escudero. His legislative record and commitment to public service have distinguished him as a dedicated leader,” said Marcos.
