Martin Romualdez.
Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Philippines since 2022
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Viral Philippines used Facebook to spread a false quote involving Martin Romualdez.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez is facing a plunder case and an arrest order from the Sandiganbayan over a kickback scheme.Well supported14 reports
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Multiple legal and political actions unfold, including the start of the Senate impeachment trial and new plunder charges against Rodante Marcoleta.Well supported5 reports
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Martin Romualdez, accused of amassing billions through infrastructure kickbacks, was transferred from the hospital to jail.Some support2 reports
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Gerville Luistro addressed scrutiny regarding the funds of Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Martin Romualdez served as Speaker of the House of Representatives.Well supported13 reports
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Martin and Jose Manuel Romualdez are facing investigation by the Sandiganbayan, which has denied motions related to their cases.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Alleged threats were made against Martin Romualdez.Well supported8 reports
One to three months ago
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Ombudsman investigating flood control controversy.Well supported16 reports1 development inside
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Martin Romualdez faces a plunder case regarding government funds allegedly used to purchase property with hijacked funds.Some support1 report
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Sara Duterte's leadership style was compared unfavorably, and she made cryptic insults against Martin Romualdez's office.Some support1 report
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Defense officials compared the current budget process to the functions of the Senate.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman received intelligence reports on his travel attempts and referenced a Sandiganbayan hold order concerning Martin Romualdez.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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The impeachment trial is ongoing, with the House Speaker involved, while Francis Escudero's setup is noted as similar to the Joseph Estrada trial, and the AMLC subpoena ruling was deferred.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The ombudsman filed a plunder case against Martin Romualdez, who was confined at Cardinal Santos Medical Center for assessment.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
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The political conflict involving the office of the Speaker is a specific development within the broader context of projects in Manila concerning Romualdez.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Imelda Marcos, who once held office in Metro Manila, is now facing graft charges, while Romualdez's arrest is linked to Sara Duterte's trial.Some support1 report
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Political rivalry and leadership crises involving Martin Romualdez and Sara Duterte, impacting the national economy.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman filed a plunder case against Martin Romualdez, and Jonvic Remulla accompanied the PNP chief to serve an arrest warrant.Well supported6 reports
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Probing alleged corruption in the tenure of Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez, who face charges regarding graft and kickbacks.Well supported15 reports3 developments inside
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Both Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez are implicated in a flood control kickback scheme.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez was linked to Cardinal Santos Medical Center, with a hospital bed mentioned in the city.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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The Ombudsman opposed a bid for continued hospital arrest regarding Martin Romualdez on July 10, 2022.Some support2 reports
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Marcos and Martin Romualdez are both operating within the national government structure.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Presidential office exercises executive authority over the accused, involving Martin Romualdez and Ferdinand Marcos Jr.Some support1 report
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Arrest warrants have been served against Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez in their capacity as former officials.Some support2 reports
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Martin Romualdez donated $2 million to Harvard University, while Bong Revilla's case involved a project in Pandi.Some support1 report
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An alleged assassination plot has surfaced targeting the President, involving Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Sara Duterte was entrusted with a national security role while facing fund scrutiny due to opposition from Congress.Some support1 report
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Ombudsman files graft cases against Jinggoy Estrada, Francis Escudero, and Martin Romualdez; seeks testimony from Manuel Bonoan.Well supported16 reports3 developments inside
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Sandiganbayan issued an arrest warrant against Martin Romualdez, following comments by Antonio Tinio.Some support1 report
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Sara Duterte accuses the Marcos administration of harassment.Some support1 report
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The Ombudsman accused Martin Romualdez of illicit payments.Some support6 reports
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Manila, the capital city, is involved in projects concerning Martin Romualdez.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Sara Duterte allegedly made remarks against Martin Romualdez while facing impeachment proceedings in the Senate.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Comments were made by Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez during a 2024 online conference.Some support1 report
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A plunder case involving Rodante Marcoleta is being linked to the ongoing impeachment trial of Sara Duterte.Well supported13 reports4 developments inside
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Sara Duterte allegedly threatened Martin Romualdez and others, coinciding with her posting bail at a Quezon City courthouse on September 1st.Some support2 reports
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Threats were made against the President and the former Speaker.Well supported18 reports3 developments inside
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Manuel Bonoan faces kickback allegations from flood control projects, and the court ordered his release from detention.Some support2 reports
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Rappler is a news website company operating in the Philippines, and Martin Romualdez is a former House speaker and representative.Some support2 reports
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Ferdinand and Martin Romualdez are facing investigations into budget irregularities.Some support1 report
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Charges have been filed regarding an alleged flood control scam involving Martin Romualdez and other parties.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Martin Romualdez and Jinggoy Estrada are implicated in a flood control scandal in Bulacan, under investigation by the ombudsman.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Sara Duterte hurled expletives at Martin Romualdez, leading to grave threats cases and impeachment complaints.Some support2 reports
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Allegations of kickbacks have surfaced regarding ongoing probes conducted by the International Criminal Court.Some support1 report
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President announced an investigation into a former Speaker on July 27.Well supported6 reports
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Martin Romualdez faces impending charges from the Ombudsman, while Cagayan hosts a sounding rocket test site.Some support2 reports
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Marcos launches anti-corruption campaign against Romualdez and references Joseph Estrada's past.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez is facing allegations of conspiracy to defraud the national treasury related to flood control project anomalies.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Amenah Pangandaman is appointed CEO of Al-Amanah Islamic Investment Bank after being implicated in a scheme diverting public funds and named in a corruption investigation.Some support1 report
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Antonio Tinio reported corruption allegations against Manuel Bonoan, Martin Romualdez, and Francis Escudero in Manila.Some support1 report
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Duterte made statements in the House of Representatives.Some support1 report
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A scandal led to Martin Romualdez's resignation as House speaker.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez pushed for a regional mental health network and proposed a bill imposing fines of up to P50 million.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez and Erwin Tulfo are alleged to have received cash-filled luggage from aides of 'Co'.Some support1 report
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Martin Romualdez and Chavit Singson are alleged to have a mastermind role in the plunder of public funds.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Martin Romualdez
Events traced to Martin Romualdez, step by step, newest first- How could Educational facility upgrades in the Philippines affect Martin Romualdez?Educational facility upgrades may influence Martin Romualdez's legislative priorities.Possible
- Ombudsman data presentation heightens Martin Romualdez's corruption riskMartin Romualdez faces increased legal risk amid ongoing corruption investigationLikely
- Supreme Court ruling may limit Romualdez's legislative controlMartin Romualdez may face reduced legislative control after GAA provisions are struck downPossible
- Budget critique may challenge Romualdez's authority as House SpeakerBudget critique may challenge Martin Romualdez's authority as House SpeakerPossible
Around Martin Romualdez this week
News at the entities that move Martin Romualdez most-
ombudsman OperationalThe Ombudsman filed a case against Martin Romualdez.Moves Martin Romualdez
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Sandiganbayan StructuralOmbudsman filed plunder charges against Romualdez; Sandiganbayan issued hold departure order.Moves Martin Romualdez
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Sara Duterte OperationalVP Sara Duterte used personal funds to cover costs associated with international travel.Moves Martin Romualdez
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house of representatives StructuralWes Climer was elected to the House of Representatives, while Shawn Hochuli built a wealth management practice in Irvine.Moves Martin Romualdez
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House StructuralAlyssa Farah Griffin and Joy Behar commented on the House's multitasking ability and questioned its priorities.Moves Martin Romualdez
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Marcos OperationalMarcos visited San Marcelino in Zambales to assess damage and provide aid, with government funds allocated for infrastructure repair.Moves Martin Romualdez
Connections
The 40 strongest of 80, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
house of representatives Structural
Martin Romualdez holds the formal leadership role of Speaker within the House of Representatives.
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Sandiganbayan Structural
Sandiganbayan is formally prosecuting Martin Romualdez on charges of plunder and kickbacks related to public works.
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ombudsman Operational
The Ombudsman is actively investigating Martin Romualdez for corruption, plunder, and misuse of public funds.
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Sara Duterte Operational
The relationship is defined by active political conflict, characterized by threats, criticism, and political feuds between Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez.
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House Structural
Martin Romualdez served and currently serves as the Speaker of the House.
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Marcos Operational
Marcos and Romualdez are cousins and political allies who are currently involved in an anti-corruption conflict.
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Harvard University Transactional
Martin Romualdez donated $2 million to Harvard University, with the funds later revealed to be stolen.
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Leyte Structural
Martin Romualdez serves as the elected congressional representative for the province of Leyte.
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Manuel Bonoan Operational
Bonoan is providing testimony and evidence regarding a shared corruption scheme involving public works projects that implicates Romualdez.
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Philippine General Hospital Transactional
Martin Romualdez was transferred to Philippine General Hospital for a court-ordered medical evaluation and stability assessment.
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Rodante Marcoleta Operational
The relationship is characterized by active political conflict, including mutual accusations of corruption and referencing of legal cases.
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Bongbong Marcos Operational
The relationship is characterized by active political competition, involving threats and alleged involvement in financial schemes.
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Cardinal Santos Medical Center Transactional
Martin Romualdez utilized Cardinal Santos Medical Center for medical care, confinement, and as a location relevant to legal proceedings.
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The DILG has exercised formal administrative and legal authority over Martin Romualdez, including seeking his transfer and serving an arrest warrant.
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Fajardo Structural
Fajardo serves as the legal representative for Martin Romualdez in ongoing matters.
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Philippine National Police Transactional
The Philippine National Police served an arrest warrant on Martin Romualdez and held him in custody.
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Jonvic Remulla Mentioned together
Jonvic Remulla consistently reports and tracks Martin Romualdez's legal and medical status.
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Ferdinand Marcos Operational
The relationship is defined by active political targeting, shared involvement in financial matters, and kinship ties.
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Office of the Ombudsman Transactional
The individual is currently under investigation by the Office of the Ombudsman regarding alleged financial crimes.
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Anti-Money Laundering Council Structural
Martin Romualdez is currently under investigation by the Anti-Money Laundering Council regarding charges related to flood control kickbacks.
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Antonio Tinio Operational
Antonio Tinio actively accuses Martin Romualdez of corruption and threats.
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Toby Tiangco Operational
Toby Tiangco has publicly challenged the anti-corruption campaign of the administration in which Martin Romualdez serves.
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Bong Revilla Operational
Both individuals are involved in cases heard in the same judicial chamber, contributing to legal precedents regarding bail hearings.
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Lordan Suan Structural
A was a member of the political bloc that was led by B, indicating a formal political affiliation.
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Elizaldy Co Operational
Evidence suggests Romualdez and Co actively participated together in a corruption scheme involving ill-gotten wealth.
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Department of Public Works Operational
Romualdez is linked to a flood control controversy involving the allocation of funds from the Department of Public Works to his district.
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International Criminal Court Transactional
Allegations suggest a transactional link between ICC probes and kickbacks involving Martin Romualdez.
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Palace Operational
The Palace has called for investigations regarding Martin Romualdez's special treatment and his aide.
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Forbes Park Transactional
Martin Romualdez is linked to Forbes Park through alleged property purchases and cash transactions.
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Gerville Luistro Operational
Luistro discussed an investigation into Romualdez's funds.
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Consuelo Operational
Consuelo allegedly instructed deliveries to Martin Romualdez.
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Philippines Shared context
Martin Romualdez's political career and legal challenges are situated within the political and geographic context of the Philippines.
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Sotto Mentioned together
Sotto and Martin Romualdez are co-mentioned as being accused in a kickback scheme.
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Chavit Singson Transactional
Both are alleged to have been involved in a mastermind role concerning the plunder of public funds.
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Malacañang Palace Shared context
Martin Romualdez uses Malacañang Palace as the official location for his business.
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Erwin Tulfo Transactional
Both entities are alleged to have been involved in a specific exchange of cash-filled luggage.
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Sandro Marcos Shared context
The relationship is based on shared kinship and political alliance within the Philippine political landscape.
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Quezon City Shared context
Quezon City serves as a positional backdrop for the political events involving Martin Romualdez.
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Rappler Operational
Rappler is actively investigating Martin Romualdez regarding his wealth.
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Claire Castro Operational
Claire Castro called for a deeper investigation into an aide of Martin Romualdez.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
27 events- Martin Romualdez is facing a plunder case and an arrest order from the Sandiganbayan over a kickback scheme.
- Martin Romualdez, accused of amassing billions through infrastructure kickbacks, was transferred from the hospital to jail.
- Martin Romualdez served as Speaker of the House of Representatives.
- Alleged threats were made against Martin Romualdez.
- Martin Romualdez faces a plunder case regarding government funds allegedly used to purchase property with hijacked funds.
- Sara Duterte's leadership style was compared unfavorably, and she made cryptic insults against Martin Romualdez's office.
- Defense officials compared the current budget process to the functions of the Senate.
- The ombudsman filed a plunder case against Martin Romualdez, who was confined at Cardinal Santos Medical Center for assessment.
- The political conflict involving the office of the Speaker is a specific development within the broader context of projects in Manila concerning Romualdez.
- Imelda Marcos, who once held office in Metro Manila, is now facing graft charges, while Romualdez's arrest is linked to Sara Duterte's trial.
- Political rivalry and leadership crises involving Martin Romualdez and Sara Duterte, impacting the national economy.
- The Ombudsman filed a plunder case against Martin Romualdez, and Jonvic Remulla accompanied the PNP chief to serve an arrest warrant.
- Both Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez are implicated in a flood control kickback scheme.
- Martin Romualdez was linked to Cardinal Santos Medical Center, with a hospital bed mentioned in the city.
- The Ombudsman opposed a bid for continued hospital arrest regarding Martin Romualdez on July 10, 2022.
- Presidential office exercises executive authority over the accused, involving Martin Romualdez and Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
- Arrest warrants have been served against Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez in their capacity as former officials.
- Martin Romualdez donated $2 million to Harvard University, while Bong Revilla's case involved a project in Pandi.
- Sara Duterte was entrusted with a national security role while facing fund scrutiny due to opposition from Congress.
- Sandiganbayan issued an arrest warrant against Martin Romualdez, following comments by Antonio Tinio.
- Sara Duterte accuses the Marcos administration of harassment.
- The Ombudsman accused Martin Romualdez of illicit payments.
- Manila, the capital city, is involved in projects concerning Martin Romualdez.
- Comments were made by Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez during a 2024 online conference.
- Sara Duterte allegedly threatened Martin Romualdez and others, coinciding with her posting bail at a Quezon City courthouse on September 1st.
- Threats were made against the President and the former Speaker.
- Manuel Bonoan faces kickback allegations from flood control projects, and the court ordered his release from detention.
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August 2026
6 events- Rappler is a news website company operating in the Philippines, and Martin Romualdez is a former House speaker and representative.
- Ferdinand and Martin Romualdez are facing investigations into budget irregularities.
- Martin Romualdez and Jinggoy Estrada are implicated in a flood control scandal in Bulacan, under investigation by the ombudsman.
- Sara Duterte hurled expletives at Martin Romualdez, leading to grave threats cases and impeachment complaints.
- Allegations of kickbacks have surfaced regarding ongoing probes conducted by the International Criminal Court.
- Martin Romualdez faces impending charges from the Ombudsman, while Cagayan hosts a sounding rocket test site.
July 2026
15 events- Multiple legal and political actions unfold, including the start of the Senate impeachment trial and new plunder charges against Rodante Marcoleta.
- Gerville Luistro addressed scrutiny regarding the funds of Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez.
- The Ombudsman received intelligence reports on his travel attempts and referenced a Sandiganbayan hold order concerning Martin Romualdez.
- The impeachment trial is ongoing, with the House Speaker involved, while Francis Escudero's setup is noted as similar to the Joseph Estrada trial, and the AMLC subpoena ruling was deferred.
- Marcos and Martin Romualdez are both operating within the national government structure.
- An alleged assassination plot has surfaced targeting the President, involving Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez.
- Charges have been filed regarding an alleged flood control scam involving Martin Romualdez and other parties.
- President announced an investigation into a former Speaker on July 27.
- Marcos launches anti-corruption campaign against Romualdez and references Joseph Estrada's past.
- Martin Romualdez is facing allegations of conspiracy to defraud the national treasury related to flood control project anomalies.
- Amenah Pangandaman is appointed CEO of Al-Amanah Islamic Investment Bank after being implicated in a scheme diverting public funds and named in a corruption investigation.
- Antonio Tinio reported corruption allegations against Manuel Bonoan, Martin Romualdez, and Francis Escudero in Manila.
- Duterte made statements in the House of Representatives.
- A scandal led to Martin Romualdez's resignation as House speaker.
- Martin Romualdez pushed for a regional mental health network and proposed a bill imposing fines of up to P50 million.
June 2026
8 events- Martin and Jose Manuel Romualdez are facing investigation by the Sandiganbayan, which has denied motions related to their cases.
- Ombudsman investigating flood control controversy.
- Probing alleged corruption in the tenure of Manuel Bonoan and Martin Romualdez, who face charges regarding graft and kickbacks.
- Ombudsman files graft cases against Jinggoy Estrada, Francis Escudero, and Martin Romualdez; seeks testimony from Manuel Bonoan.
- Sara Duterte allegedly made remarks against Martin Romualdez while facing impeachment proceedings in the Senate.
- A plunder case involving Rodante Marcoleta is being linked to the ongoing impeachment trial of Sara Duterte.
- Martin Romualdez and Erwin Tulfo are alleged to have received cash-filled luggage from aides of 'Co'.
- Martin Romualdez and Chavit Singson are alleged to have a mastermind role in the plunder of public funds.