Remulla asks Ombudsman to expedite complaint filed by Sen. Marcos

Updated Tue, September 2, 2025 at 8:31 PM Published Tue, September 2, 2025 at 1:25 PM

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla will ask the Office of the Ombudsman to expedite the resolution of complaints filed against him by Senator Imee Marcos.

Marcos filed criminal and administrative complaints in May concerning the arrest and transfer of former President Rodrigo Duterte to The Netherlands to face charges.

Remulla maintains he was performing his duty to ensure the country's stability and prevent violence during Duterte's arrest, citing Republic Act No. 9851 as legal basis.

He stated that his actions were guided by legal opinion and statutory authority.

Remulla needs clearance from the Ombudsman, which requires the dismissal of the complaint against him, to be considered for the Ombudsman post by the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC).

Remulla confirmed he would file a motion to resolve the case as soon as possible following his public interview with the JBC.

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