Romualdez Not Leaving PH, Lawyer Denies Ombudsman's Claim
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Romualdez Not Leaving PH, Lawyer Denies Ombudsman's Claim

The lawyer for former House Speaker Martin Romualdez denied claims by the Office of the Ombudsman that the former speaker attempted to leave the Philippines amid corruption investigations, asserting his readiness to cooperate.

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  • Romualdez won’t leave Philippines, lawyers vow cooperation

    Lawyers for former Speaker Martin Romualdez have vehemently denied insinuations from an Assistant Ombudsman suggesting the Leyte lawmaker might flee prosecution over a flood control controversy. They assert he has no intention of leaving the country and is ready to cooperate fully with investigations.