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EMPTY CHAIRS. Members of the minority bloc wait in the Senate plenary session on June 1, 2026.
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Without a quorum — or at least 13 senators physically present — the Senate could not conduct business. Several important measures are left hanging.
MANILA, Philippines – Members of the Senate majority bloc failed to appear for the Senate session scheduled at 5 pm on Monday, June 1, leaving only the 11 senators affiliated with the minority bloc inside the session hall.
