Senator Sherwin Gatchalian took the oath as the new Senate President Pro Tempore on June 3, 2026, and assumed the role of Acting Senate President while the top leadership post remains officially vacant.

Malacañang on Wednesday said it recognizes the leadership change in the Senate, namely the installment of Senator Sherwin Gatchalian as the new acting Senate President.

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian waselected Senate president pro tempore, replacing Sen. Loren Legarda. He presided over the session on…

The Senate President Pro Tempore is the second-highest-ranking official in the Senate and is elected by fellow senators.

Acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian on Thursday said that the Senate will now resume its work after days of legislative standoff.

Acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian reaffirms the legitimacy of the latest leadership change in the upper chamber. Alan Peter Cayetano insists he remains in control of the…

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian takes his oath as Senate President Pro Tempore replacing Senator Loren Legarda during the plenary session at the Senate in Pasay City on June 3,…

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian took the oath as the new Senate President Pro Tempore on June 3, 2026, and assumed the role of Acting Senate President while the top leadership post…