Senator Francis 'Chiz' Escudero takes his oath as the new Senate President on May 20, 2024. Mark Demayo, ABS-CBN News/File 

MANILA — Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero on Tuesday declined to comment on a supposed plot to unseat him, saying this remained a mere speculation until backed by sufficient support for a leadership change. 

Escudero pointed out that Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada, who was mentioned in connection with the rumors, denied involvement with the supposed move on Monday. 

The Senate chief questioned the need to discuss rumors based on denial, emphasizing that he wouldn't address unverified claims.

"It's difficult to comment on every rumor that comes out," Escudero said, noting that he avoids responding to unsubstantiated claims as they could lead to confusion.

Escudero noted the Senate President and committee chairpersons serve at the pleasure of the majority. and could be replaced anytime Congress is in session. 

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"That can happen on any session day, never on a recess but any session day it can be done," he said.

Escudero, who took the Senate helm in May, added that the rumors were part of the "political noise.

"Anything you hear with respect to politics even in your love life is a rumor until it becomes reality. I simply view it as that," he said. 

Senators Loren Legarda and Cynthia Villar have also denied involvement in the rumored plot to unseat Escudero. 

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