Palace: President yet to receive Ombudsman nominees, interviews tentatively Jul-Aug

Malacañang stated on Tuesday that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has yet to receive a shortlist of nominees for the next Ombudsman, with the tentative public interviews scheduled for July 30, 31, Aug. 1, 4, and 6.

Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro emphasized during a briefing that these traits should be exemplified not just by the next Ombudsman but by all public servants, highlighting decency, bravery, and fairness as key qualities.

Among those who have applied for the position is Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, whose decision to apply has been respected by Malacañang.

The Office of the Ombudsman is a constitutional body mandated to investigate and prosecute government officials accused of crimes such as graft and corruption.

Martires will retire on July 27, 2025, with the new appointee set to serve a full term of seven years.