US revokes diplomatic, tourist visas of ex-Speaker Romualdez amid flood probe

The United States government has revoked the diplomatic and tourist visas of Leyte Rep. and former Speaker Martin Romualdez, who is facing investigation over his alleged involvement in the flood control anomalies, Philippine Ambassador to the United States Babes Romualdez said.

The ambassador made the confirmation to the Super Radyo DZBB.

GMA News Online has reached out to the former House leader for comment and will publish it as soon as it becomes available.

The Sandiganbayan has already issued a precautionary Hold Departure Order (HDO) against Martin Romualdez, who is being investigated over complaints for alleged plunder, direct bribery, violations of the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, indirect bribery, and money laundering.

Martin Romualdez has consistently denied such allegations, saying that these are based on intrigues instead of merits.—Llanesca Panti/LDF, GMA News