PHA survey by Octa Research indicates that Senator Robin Padilla is the most preferred choice for the 2028 senatorial elections, receiving 53.9% support in a July 2026 poll. The survey, which interviewed 1,200 registered voters nationwide, asked respondents to select their preferred candidates if the 2028 elections were held immediately. Padilla maintained his lead from a prior survey conducted in early July 2026, where he received 48.4%. Other notable candidates include Senator Raffy Tulfo, Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano, former Senator Grace Poe, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, and Senator Loren Legarda. Former Senator Manny Pacquiao and Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte were also mentioned as potential contenders, though with lower percentages.
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