Sotto elected as Senate president pro tempore; committee heads named

Vicente “Tito” Sotto III has taken the role of Senate president pro tempore, a significant step in the Senate's leadership structure. This change occurred during a special session attended by 13 senators, where Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian assumed the role of Senate president, leaving his previous position as pro tempore. This shift in leadership positions is crucial as it impacts the Senate's operations and legislative agenda moving forward. The appointments also set the stage for Sotto's leadership in guiding the Senate's day-to-day affairs.