There will be no change in leadership in the House of Representatives with the start of the 20th Congress.
This is the view of House Deputy Speaker Jay-Jay Suarez and Committee on Agriculture and Food Chairman Mark Enverga, following reports that Congressman Toby Tiangco or Congressman-elect Albee Benitez might possibly replace Speaker Martin Romualdez.
In an interview on Friday, Enverga and Suarez said that Romualdez will still lead the House.
They cited the manifesto of support for the legislative agenda of President Bongbong Marcos, which remains in place.
Suarez also emphasized that the House’s performance over the past three years, including its handling of issues facing the country, has been notable.
He said that continuity is crucial for Congress, and they fully support Romualdez.
The House leader added that he sees no reason to replace Romualdez. Suarez said It’s natural for new names to emerge as the 20th Congress approaches.
The house leader added that under Romualdez’ leadership the House of Representatives will focus on the legislative agenda, such as maintaining affordable rice prices and addressing other agricultural issues.”
Abner is an award-winning journalist. He received the prestigious 2015 Titus Brandsma Award for Community Communication in the Philippines and participated in the 2016 International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) of the United States of America, sponsored by the US Embassy in the Philippines. Founder of WATCH NORTH COTABATO, a media-citizens’ transparency group. He worked as a correspondent for the Philippine Daily Inquirer and CNN Philippines. His experience in broadcasting includes anchoring for Brigada News FM in Kidapawan and General Santos City and Brigada News TV. He anchors Tira Brigada via 105.1 Brigada News FM Manila, Mondays-Saturdays.