Senator Cynthia Villar has suggested making toilets allotted for persons with disability (PWD) open to transgender individuals to avoid discrimination when they go to either the men’s or women’s restrooms.
In his message to the newly appointed officials, President Rodrigo Duterte revealed Public Works and Highways Secretary Mark Villar did not impress him at first.
Members of powerful and influential political clans have been elected in key positions in the House leadership under the 18th Congress.
There’s one last kink to be ironed out regarding the committee chairmanships in the Senate— and it involves Senator-elect Pia Cayetano.
Senator-elect Imee Marcos wants to head the Senate committee on public information and media, according to Senate President Tito Sotto. This is on top of the agrarian reform committee currently held by Senator Cynthia Villar and the social justice, welfare, and rural development held by detained Senator Leila de Lima.
The campaign tarpaulins used by reelected Senator Cynthia Villar, have become a source of livelihood
Senator Cynthia Villar is adamant that she would not give up her hold
on the agriculture and environment committee not for anybody.
Senate President Vicente Sotto III has found a formidable ally in Senator-elect Bong Go amid rumors of a possible challenge to his leadership when the 18th Congress opens in July.
Senator Cynthia Villar has added fuel to the speculation that she will challenge Senate President Tito Sotto for the top post in the Senate by snubbing the meeting he called for members of the majority bloc.
Senator Panfilo Lacson believes lines have been clearly drawn in the Senate after Senator Manny Pacquiao routed a resolution among their colleagues Monday (June 3) expressing support for Senate President Vicente Sotto III.
