MANILA, Philippines — The Senate leadership shakeup was “definitely a factor” in slowing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s legislative agenda, according to House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos. The change in Senate leadership, which included the departure of Senate President Pro Tempore Juan Flavier and the appointment of new leaders, has impacted the pace of legislative work.
Sandro Marcos, who serves as both a House leader and a senator, noted that the internal Senate dynamics have affected the coordination between the executive and legislative branches. This has led to delays in key legislative proposals, including those related to economic reforms and infrastructure development.
The House Speaker, Faustino Dy III, has expressed concern over the slow progress, emphasizing the need for stronger collaboration between the Senate and the House. The situation highlights the challenges of maintaining legislative momentum amid internal political shifts.
The Senate’s new leadership structure is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks, with hopes of improving legislative efficiency. (newsinfo.inquirer.net)
