Palace Cautions Authorities on Lawful Duties Amid Romualdez 'Jailbreak' Allegations
The Presidential Palace has reiterated its directive to authorities to uphold their duties and abide by the law following allegations of a 'jailbreak' involving former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, with a jail warden reportedly disabling CCTV cameras by cutting power.
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