WATCH: Minority now majority bloc as Escudero makes switch

In a surprise turn of events, the Senate 11-member minority bloc has become the majority after Sen. Chiz Escudero switched to the opposition side on June 3, 2026.. Escudero, who belonged to the majority bloc led by Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano suddenly appeared at the plenary hall, creating a quorum. Sen. Sh…

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