Can the President make appointments while Congress is in recess?
The President is granted the power to fill vacancies even when the legislature is not in session. These are known as ad interim appointments and occur during the recess of Congress. However, these appointments are only effective for a limited time. They last until they are disapproved by the Commission on Appointments or until the next adjournment of Congress. Article VII Section 17 1987 Philippine Constitution “The President shall have the power to make appointments during the recess of the Congress… but such appointments shall be effective only until after disapproval by the Commission on Appointments or until the next adjournment…” 03-Feb-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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