Marcos publicly recognizes Gatchalian leadership at Independence Day rites
President Marcos publicly acknowledged Senator Sherwin Gatchalian as Senate President Pro Tempore during Independence Day celebrations, signaling Malacañang's support amidst an ongoing leadership dispute in the chamber. Separately, the Senate website was defaced by cybercriminals.
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