Martin Romualdez likely to testify in plunder case, says lawyer

GMA Network - Sep 25, 2026

Former Speaker and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez will likely take the witness stand to defend himself in the P7.4 billion plunder charge he is facing over his alleged involvement in the flood control project kickback scheme, his lawyer Ade Fajardo said Friday.

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