MANILA, Philippines — Leyte 1st District Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez stepped down as speaker of the House of Representatives on Wednesday.
“The issues surrounding certain infrastructure projects have raised questions that weigh not only upon me but [also] upon this institution we all serve,” he said. “Our countrymen are seeking trust. It is our duty to restore it,” he said.
“The longer I stay, the heavier that burden grows on me, on this House, and on the president I’ve always sought to support,” he added. “And so, after deep reflection and prayer, I have made a decision today with a full heart and a clear conscience, I tender my resignation as speaker.”
