Chiz Escudero denies getting favors, Malacañang hand in switch to Gatchalian bloc

Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero has refuted claims that he was granted political favors in exchange for his presence at a Senate session on June 3. He also denied that he switched his allegiance to the bloc headed by Senator Sherwin Gatchalian due to any undue advantages. Escudero stated that his actions were not influenced by any special treatment or backroom deals from Malacañang.

This clarifies the motivations behind a senator's legislative actions and party affiliations, impacting perceptions of political integrity.