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Duterte Backs Allegations of Corruption Against Romualdez

10/2/2025

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Vice President Sara Duterte backed Orly Regala Guteza’s claim he delivered cash to Martin Romualdez's residence.
Guteza alleged 46 luggage bags, each containing P48 million, as proceeds from flood control projects.
Duterte cited a Delaware ruling linking Romualdez to corruption.
In Congress, Rep. Duke Frasco accused Co of breaching House rules; Rep. Alfredo Garbin defended Co and urged due process.

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Vice President Sara Duterte backed Orly Regala Guteza’s claim he delivered cash to Martin Romualdez's residence.
Guteza alleged 46 luggage bags, each containing P48 million, as proceeds from flood control projects.
Duterte cited a Delaware ruling linking Romualdez to corruption.
In Congress, Rep. Duke Frasco accused Co of breaching House rules; Rep. Alfredo Garbin defended Co and urged due process.