Sandiganbayan denies Romualdez’s bid to lift travel ban

The Sandiganbayan has rejected Leyte Representative Martin Romualdez's attempt to overturn the travel ban imposed against him, maintaining the precautionary hold departure order (PHDO). This decision underscores the court's commitment to ensuring Romualdez remains available for any ongoing legal proceedings. With this ruling, Romualdez is still barred from leaving the country while the investigation into his alleged involvement in corruption cases continues. This move is significant as it underscores the judiciary's role in upholding the rule of law, even for those with political influence.