More than half of 24 senators absent from Marcos’ Sona: Here’s why

MANILA, Philippines — More than half of the 24 senators were notably absent during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday.

Only Sen.

Camille Villar from the 11-member Senate minority attended the Sona.

The 10 minority senators who either skipped or were unable to attend the Sona were Senate ...