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Martin Romualdez

Martin Romualdez is a former House Speaker and current House Majority Leader in the Philippines, who has been implicated in allegations of corruption, including involvement in anomalous flood control projects and the distribution of pork barrel funds. He has been linked to kickback schemes and the allocation of excessive budget funds to his district, prompting public and political calls for accountability. Despite denials, ongoing investigations and protests continue to pressure him and the government to address these allegations.

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Recent developments on Martin Romualdez

Fri, December 5, 2025 at 11:28 AM

DOJ Usec Cadiz resigns amid kickback allegations

Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Jose "Jojo" Cadiz Jr. resigned from his post amid allegations of receiving cash kickbacks for anomalous flood control projects.

Tue, December 2, 2025 at 2:56 PM

Malacañang open to lifestyle checks amid pork barrel allegations

Malacañang has stated that the presidential family is open to undergoing a lifestyle check following a report that named House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos as the biggest beneficiary of pork barrel funds.

Sun, November 30, 2025 at 10:30 PM

Trillion Peso March organizers threaten 3rd protest over corruption cases

Organizers of the Trillion Peso March (TPM) are threatening a third protest if "big fish" involved in corruption scandals, particularly in flood-control projects, are not held accountable.

Wed, November 26, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Ex-Ako Bicol Rep. Co claims First Lady intervened in rice, onion price probes

Resigned Ako Bicol Representative Elizaldy Co has accused First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos of intervening in congressional inquiries concerning the rising prices of rice and onions.

Tue, November 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM

DOJ investigation into flood control projects to proceed despite allegations

The Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into alleged anomalous flood control projects will proceed without being hindered by claims that an undersecretary acted as a "bagman," according to acting Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida.

Mon, November 24, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Ex-rep alleges R2B monthly collection for Marcos, Romualdez

Former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co alleged that former Speaker Martin Romualdez directed him to collect P2 billion monthly, intended for President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. and Romualdez.

Mon, November 24, 2025 at 12:43 PM

ICI, DPWH refer Romualdez, Co to Ombudsman for plunder raps

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) have referred former House Speaker Martin Romualdez and resigned Ako Bicol representative Zaldy Co to the Office of the Ombudsman for alleged plunder, graft, and bribery charges.

Fri, November 21, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Romualdez: No credible evidence links me to plunder, graft

Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez asserts his clear conscience amidst allegations of plunder and graft, stating that no credible evidence links him to any irregularities.

Fri, November 21, 2025 at 10:25 AM

ICI estimates 1,200 involved in flood control fraud, Sen. Lacson believes over 2,000

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) estimates that up to 1,200 individuals may be involved in fraudulent flood control projects across the Philippines, with 15 people implicated per ghost project.

Fri, November 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM

DPWH, ICI recommend plunder raps vs Romualdez, Co

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) have recommended the filing of plunder, graft, and bribery complaints against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez and former Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co before the Office of the Ombudsman.