Minority bloc pushes for Sherwin Gatchalian as ‘coup’ talk persists

MANILA, Philippines — Another round of musical chairs in the Senate could create a new majority, with Sen.

Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian assuming leadership with the backing of a “solid” 11-member minority bloc and several other senators who would change sides.

Former Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson and Sen.

Francis Pangilinan, in separate statements on ...