MANILA, Philippines–Opposition Sen. Francis Pangilinan is stepping down as president of the once-dominant Liberal Party (LP), the party announced on Tuesday. In an issued statement, Pangilinan would vacate his position in the party starting June 30. READ: What went wrong with Otso Diretso? Pangilinan has handed his letter of resignation to Party chairperson Vice President Leni Robredo. Eight of the 12 contenders in the winning circle are allies of President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration while no Otso Diretso bet is poised to crack the coveted seats.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 21, 2019 03:00 UTC