Martin Romualdez to Ombudsman: Pre-trial recantations must be considered

MANILA, Philippines — Leyte Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez argues that the Ombudsman should consider the recent witness recantations against him, noting that Supreme Court rules against retractions apply only during trial. According to Romualdez’s supplemental counter affidavit, the high court’s disfavor toward recantations is limited to those made while a trial is underway. Romualdez cited the