Rappler is examining whether the complaint filed against Martin Romualdez, concerning alleged misuse of funds, stands on solid ground or is built on a 'house of cards'.

A lawyer argues that varying witness statements and a lack of forensic or documentary evidence should lead to the dismissal of charges against Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez regarding anomalous infrastructure projects.

The Ombudsman is considering a plunder complaint against four former bodyguards of ex-Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co, who recanted their statements, potentially including them in a case against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla stated that the reported recantation of alleged bagmen would not affect the plunder charges against former Speaker Martin Romualdez. He downplayed the significance of the recantation.

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines announced that testimonies from former bodyguards of Zaldy Co against Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez are supported by independent evidence.

The Ombudsman has ordered House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez and Representative Yedda Marie Romualdez to respond to plunder and graft complaints filed against them. The directive initiates a formal process for them to address the allegations.

Lawyers of Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez want the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to apologize for what they called “patently false” reports that the former Speaker had attempted to leave the country.

Investigators are pushing for former House speaker Martin Romualdez, ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co, and others to be charged with plunder and money laundering over an alleged P56-billion corruption scheme.

The Philippine Ombudsman has alleged that Martin Romualdez is attempting to leave the Philippines despite a travel ban, while his spokesperson states he will remain to clear his name. President Marcos has maintained a hands-off approach regarding his cousin's case.

House Speaker Martin Romualdez is prepared to face charges from the Ombudsman, according to his lawyer. Romualdez's legal team confirmed his readiness to cooperate with any investigation.

Leyte First District Rep. Martin Romualdez has proposed a series of measures to enhance school safety and child protection, in response to a mass shooting incident at San Jose National High School on June 22.

An investigative report highlights patterns of properties and assets that consistently lead back to associates of Martin Romualdez, suggesting a need for further scrutiny.

The United States has reportedly canceled the visas of Leyte representative Martin Romualdez, who faces multiple complaints including plunder, graft, and money laundering before the Ombudsman.

The Sandiganbayan has rejected Martin Romualdez's petition to lift his travel ban. Romualdez, along with former Marines, has also been invited to the next Senate hearing concerning flood management issues.

Former House Speaker Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez is being linked to alleged anomalies within the Committee on Appropriations concerning flood control projects, raising questions of command responsibility.

The camp of Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has accused the online channel Peanut Gallery Media Network (PGMN) of extortion, following the arrest of its founder and alleged narrative twisting.

Leyte Representative Ferdinand Martin Romualdez was observed in the House of Representatives' plenary hall, engaging with fellow lawmakers following the approval of the proposed National Land Use bill.

A lawyer stated that the precautionary hold departure order (HDO) against Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez can still be challenged, as the Office of the Ombudsman made the bid without properly informing the lawmaker.

Rappler reporter Dwight de Leon reviews and annotates a video released by former House speaker Martin Romualdez, breaking down his response to recent corruption allegations.

After former House speaker Martin Romualdez, the Office of the Ombudsman is now seeking to bar former Senate president Francis Escudero and another individual from leaving the country over their…

House Speaker Martin Romualdez has accused Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla of bias and is seeking to disqualify the Ombudsman from investigating him. Romualdez claims the Ombudsman's probe is tainted by prejudice.

Senator Ping Lacson stated that Representative Martin Romualdez missed at least two opportunities to publicly address budget allegations, following claims that Romualdez was being made a 'fall guy'.

The camp of former Philippine House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has expressed support for the Ombudsman's investigation into looming plunder complaints, while asserting there is no evidence linking the lawmaker to the charges.

Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez lauded the House of Representatives' approval on third reading of a consolidated bill to establish the Presidential Merit Scholarship Program.

Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has filed a bill proposing a P3,500 monthly subsidy for informal settler families (ISFs) to assist them during periods of temporary homelessness.

Former security aides to ex-Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co have denied allegations by 18 of their former colleagues that they were involved in delivering suitcases full of cash to former Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Former Marine Orly Guteza has withdrawn his allegations against Martin Romualdez, claiming he was coerced by Senator Rodante Marcoleta and former congressman Mike Defensor to falsely implicate Romualdez in a kickback scheme.

Manila Rep. Bienvenido Abante criticized Vice President Sara Duterte for an alleged online threat against President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and former speaker Martin Romualdez, calling it a betrayal of public trust.

A spokesperson for Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez alleges that former Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan is being coerced into providing evidence against the lawmaker, suggesting a lack of direct documentation linking Romualdez to any wrongdoing.

Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has criticized the Office of the Ombudsman for allegedly using previously discredited witnesses to build cases against him, questioning the fairness of the investigation.

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez and his co-accused have been ordered to answer complaints filed against him before the Office of the Ombudsman.

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) stood by its statements regarding former House Speaker Martin Romualdez’s alleged travel plans, denying it disseminated false information on the matter.

House private prosecutor Tolosa states that doubts have been erased regarding the seriousness of Vice President Sara Duterte's alleged threats to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano announced that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez allegedly tried to leave the Philippines despite a Sandiganbayan travel ban, as the Ombudsman prepares a plunder complaint against him.

The camp of Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez claims that former public works secretary Manuel Bonoan may have been pressured to testify regarding a multibillion-peso flood control scandal. The allegations suggest undue influence in the ongoing investigation.

The lawyer for Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has challenged claims by the Office of the Ombudsman, asserting that no investigation has established his client's connections to an alleged infrastructure mess.

The Philippine House of Representatives, through Speaker Martin Romualdez and Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, has vowed medical and reconstruction aid for earthquake-hit Mindanao and is reviewing concerns related to the quake amidst ongoing impeachment preparations.

An opinion piece from Rappler criticizes the state of justice in the Philippines, highlighting a perceived double standard where one individual is removed from court while Martin Romualdez remains. The author invokes Edcel Lagman in questioning the situation.

A fact-check report confirms that a video showing House Speaker Martin Romualdez challenging Vice President Sara Duterte to address allegations is AI-generated, despite Romualdez having made similar statements in 2024.

The camp of former House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has asserted that the legal action against online channel Peanut Gallery Media Network (PGMN) is not an infringement on press freedom, emphasizing the importance of responsible journalism.

Rappler investigates the properties of Martin Romualdez, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and memory regarding such matters.

A lawyer highlights 'red flags' in property holdings linked to Martin Romualdez, suggesting a pattern consistent with concealing ill-gotten wealth.

Senator Panfilo Lacson announced that progress on the stalled Senate probe into flood control projects is expected to be presented in May. The investigation faces calls to invite House Speaker Martin Romualdez for questioning.

Former House speaker Martin Romualdez has moved to disqualify the Office of the Ombudsman from investigating his alleged involvement in a flood control controversy, citing a 'pattern of prejudgment'.

An appeals court has frozen 25 bank accounts of an unnamed incumbent legislator involved in an anomalous flood control probe. Separately, Martin Romualdez has requested the Ombudsman to recuse from his case, alleging bias.

Philippine Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla indicated he would move to block House Speaker Martin Romualdez's planned medical checkup trip to Singapore.

The Ombudsman has requested the Sandiganbayan court to issue an order preventing Martin Romualdez from departing the Philippines.

Tingog party-list Rep. Jude Acidre has accused Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco of misleading the public by claiming charges were recommended against former Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, citing documents that dispute the claim.

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure found no liability on the part of former House speaker Martin Romualdez over the flood control anomalies, Tingog party-list Rep.

Malacañang yesterday dismissed as a “lousy script” the story of 18 men who introduced themselves as former Marines, who claimed they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to the houses of President Marcos and his cousin, former speaker Martin Romualdez.

Lawyers for former Speaker Martin Romualdez have filed a supplemental affidavit, seeking the dismissal of a plunder complaint filed against him by the Office of the Ombudsman in connection with a flood control scandal.

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez has filed his counter-affidavit with the Office of the Ombudsman, addressing complaints against him and citing a recantation by 'maleta boys'.

The Palace Press Officer challenged Caloocan Rep. Edgar Erice to substantiate his criticisms regarding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s stance on former Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Former Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez criticized the Office of the Ombudsman for allegedly using "discredited" witnesses to build plunder and graft cases against him.

President Marcos is reportedly attempting to contain a major administration scandal by distancing himself from his cousin, Martin Romualdez, who is being framed as the 'biggest loser' of SONA 2026.

Lawyers for Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez have demanded an apology from the Bureau of Immigration (BI) over allegedly fake reports regarding his attempt to leave the Philippines.

Lawyers for former speaker Martin Romualdez have asserted that he will not flee the Philippines, countering insinuations from the Assistant Ombudsman that he intends to evade prosecution in a flood control controversy.

An Ombudsman probe has identified former House speaker Martin Romualdez as a 'central figure' in an alleged flood control corruption scheme, with plunder charges reportedly imminent.

An investigation reveals a P425-million property in Connecticut linked to former House speaker Martin Romualdez, showing a pattern of similar characters and methods.

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines is seeking former Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan to serve as a state witness in plunder cases, aiming to implicate former Speaker Martin Romualdez and former Senator Ramon Revilla Jr.

The Sandiganbayan’s Seventh Division has denied for lack of merit the motion filed by former House Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez to lift the precautionary hold departure order (PHDO) against him.

Former House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez's camp has stated that no single person has 'functional control' or discretion over the entire budget process.

This week's top news roundup highlights significant developments involving figures like Franco Mabanta, Martin Romualdez, Nicholas Kaufman, and discussions within the Senate.

Rappler’s investigation reveals that Tropics Hotel is owned by a company whose shareholders are businessmen and lawyers connected to Leyte 1st District Representative Martin Romualdez.

A fact-check report from Rappler debunks claims that Martin Romualdez apologized to the Duterte family, with Romualdez maintaining his stance against ongoing corruption investigations.

The Court of Appeals has ordered the freezing of former Speaker Martin Romualdez's assets, a decision confirmed by Ombudsman Remulla. This action marks a significant legal development concerning the former official.

Leyte 1st District Rep. Martin Romualdez's aide confirmed he is still in the Philippines and continues to oversee congressional duties, addressing public speculation about his absence from events.

Redrawing responsibility from design to execution

Former Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson stated that former House Speaker Martin Romualdez should have appeared before the Senate inquiry into alleged anomalous flood control projects. Lacson heads the committee investigating the matter.

The only legal basis to bar Romualdez from traveling abroad would be a precautionary hold departure order or a hold departure order, but no court has issued either

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez made his first public appearance in Leyte's 1st congressional district since the flood control projects controversy, receiving a warm welcome from local officials and residents.

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday chided Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for claiming that Vice President Sara Duterte’s remarks that she had hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos  and former Speaker Martin Romualdez were not actual threats. In a briefing on Palace press officer Claire Castro said any

Leyte Representative Martin Romualdez is advocating for the passage of a bill aimed at establishing and institutionalizing hospitals specifically for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) across the country.