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Sen. Loren Legarda Extends Medical Leave to August 12

Sen. Loren Legarda's medical leave has been extended until August 12, impacting her attendance at legislative sessions.

11 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Senator Loren Legarda has extended her medical leave from August 11 to 12, as confirmed by Senate Secretary Renato Bantug. According to Bantug, Legarda's office notified him of the extension on Tuesday, indicating her absence from Senate activities during this period.

This extension marks a second consecutive week of absence for Legarda, who will not participate in regular legislative sessions or the ongoing impeachment trial, as stated by Senate officials. Her prior leave was initially announced shortly before this recent extension.

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