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House Speaker Romualdez eyes reelection in 2025
House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez announced his intention to seek re-election as the representative for Leyte's 1st District in the 2025 elections.
He stated his priority is to focus on unfinished work in his district.
Romualdez confirmed he will not run for the Senate in 2025.
He downplayed discussions about a potential presidential bid in 2028, stating it is still too early to consider.
Romualdez previously served as Leyte's 1st district representative from 2007 to 2016 and began his current term in 2019, making him eligible for one more term in that position.
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