Escudero tags Romualdez in flood control anomaly diversion plot

Senator Francis Escudero accused former Speaker Martin Romualdez of orchestrating a staged event to divert public attention from House lawmakers involved in flood control anomalies.

Escudero alleged that testimonies from detained DPWH officials were used to name-drop senators, making them scapegoats while members of the House of Representatives linked to anomalous projects were being shielded.

This accusation comes after the DOJ recommended charges against Escudero and several senators for their alleged involvement in the flood control scandal.

While former Rep. Zaldy Co was also recommended for indictment, Romualdez was not among those facing charges, which Escudero cited as evidence of selective prosecution.

Escudero believes this tactic is an attempt by House members to escape accountability for their actions in flood control projects and identified Romualdez as the mastermind.

Romualdez, in response, claimed Escudero's speech was a 'DDS script' aimed at professing loyalty to Vice President Sara Duterte.

Malacañang stated that Escudero should present evidence instead of just delivering speeches to prove his claims against Romualdez.