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UPDATED Sep 8, 2026 at 9:45 AM ET
Sep 7, 2026 at 6:06 AM ET
Prosecutors file plunder charge vs Marcos lawmaker cousin
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Philippine prosecutors filed a criminal “plunder” case on Sept 7 against Martin Romualdez, a congressman cousin of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, over alleged involvement in bogus flood control projects. The case cites 7.4 billion pesos in alleged bribes, anomalous budget insertions and project allocations.
WHO: Philippine prosecutors; Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla
WHAT: Prosecutors filed a plunder criminal charge against Martin Romualdez over alleged involvement in bogus flood control projects.
WHEN: Reported Sep 7, 2026 at 5:54 AM ET
WHERE: Philippines
WHY: The charge was brought over alleged bribes, anomalous budget insertions and project allocations tied to bogus flood control projects.
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