Romualdez camp: Ombudsman trying to keep case alive with statements

MANILA, Philippines — It appears that the Office of the Ombudsman is merely trying to keep its case against Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez alive by issuing statements after witnesses recanted their testimonies, the lawmaker’s lawyer said on Tuesday. In a statement, lawyer Ade Fajardo said that they disagree with Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano’s statements