Ombudsman: Romualdez keeps trying to leave PH as we prepare plunder rap

MANILA, Philippines — Former House Speaker and Leyte Rep.

Martin Romualdez allegedly tried to go abroad despite a travel ban issued by the Sandiganbayan, Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano said on Monday.

Clavano made this known as he announced that the plunder and money laundering complaint against Romualdez have reached the preliminary investigation stage — just ...