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Escudero unfazed by early leadership talk in next Senate
As lawmakers prepare to wrap up pending bills, Senate President Escudero says focus must remain on current work—not future power plays.
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![[FILE PHOTO] Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero speaks at a podium during a press conference, gesturing with his hand while standing in front of the Philippine flag.](https://images.assettype.com/tribune/2025-03-27/c48vgz1a/Chiz.jpg?w=200&auto=format)
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