Ombudsman Remulla Rules Out Bid for Chief Justice Post
Philippine Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla stated he is not interested in applying for the Chief Justice position, amid reports of him vying for the post as Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo's retirement looms.
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