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Ex-House Speaker Romualdez to Testify in Own Plunder Case
Former House Speaker Martin Romualdez will mount a personal defense in his plunder case before the Sandiganbayan, with his legal team identifying him as the most critical witness in the proceedings.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — Rep. Martin Romualdez, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, has decided to take the witness stand in his own defense in a plunder case pending before the Sandiganbayan, the anti-graft court.
Romualdez's legal counsel, Ade Fajardo, stated that his client will serve as the most important witness in the case as he plans to personally defend himself against the allegations. The move signals an aggressive legal strategy aimed at directly addressing the charges before the court.
The plunder case against the former House leader has been one of several high-profile corruption cases pursued through the judiciary system in recent years. By testifying personally, Romualdez's team appears intent on presenting first-hand accounts and explanations regarding the allegations.
The Sandiganbayan, which specializes in cases involving public officials, continues to hear evidence and arguments in the matter. The development marks a significant phase in the legal proceedings against the prominent political figure.