Romualdez says only Escudero, Co responsible for budget decisions

MANILA, Philippines — While he was Speaker of the House of Representatives when the 2025 national budget was crafted, Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has disputed claims that he interfered in discussions — noting that budget decisions were made just by two officials. According to Romualdez, the two individuals are former Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero