Marcos calls for Congress special session on June 17 (opens original article in a new tab)

President Marcos has called for a special session of Congress on June 17 to address stalled legislative priorities and Senate leadership disputes, urging lawmakers to focus on national interests.

• President Marcos called for a special session of Congress on June 17 to pass priority bills and confirm appointments stalled by Senate leadership disputes.
• The session aims to address eight key measures, including the anti-dynasty bill and social protection reforms, with emphasis on national interest over personal ambitions.
• Senate leadership conflict between Alan Cayetano and Sherwin Gatchalian persists, but Gatchalian's allies plan to attend the session to advance legislative priorities.