Applause for Sherwin Gatchalian shows public approval, says Ping Lacson

MANILA, Philippines — The applause that greeted Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. acknowledged him during Independence Day rites on Friday showed public acceptance of his leadership of the Senate, Sen.

Panfilo Lacson said.

“The cheering and applause this morning simply symbolized public acceptance and approval versus public disapproval and ...