NILINAW ni dating Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers, ang tagapagsalita ni Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez, na walang papel ang Speaker sa internal party realignments gayundin sa isyung may kinalaman sa infrastructure projects na binanggit ni Cavite Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga Jr.

“Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez respects the right of every Member of the House to voice their views. That said, I must make it clear that the Speaker has no involvement in any internal party matters or political realignments within the House of Representatives. These are concerns best addressed by the individual parties and their respective leadership,” ani Barbers.

Tinalakay din niya ang pahayag ni Barzaga hinggil sa naging papel noon ni Speaker Romualdez bilang caretaker ng distrito ng yumao na si Rep. Elpidio “Pidi” Barzaga Jr.

“With regard to the statements of Rep. Barzaga, I can say with certainty: When Speaker Romualdez served as caretaker of the late Rep. Elpidio ‘Pidi’ Barzaga Jr.’s district, his role was purely administrative. He did not interfere in infrastructure projects or funding decisions. His office ensured the continuation of essential services, retained key district staff, and upheld the late congressman’s commitment to his constituents during a time of transition,” sabi ni Barbers.

Binigyang-diin din ni Barbers na patuloy na inuuna ni Speaker Romualdez ang pagkakaisa at mabuting pamamahala sa kanyang pamumuno sa Kamara.

“Speaker Romualdez remains open to any dialogue with Rep. Barzaga, should he wish to raise issues or seek clarification. The Speaker continues to lead the House with a focus on unity, responsive service, and meaningful reforms—anchored on the principles of transparency, accountability, and integrity in building a Bagong Pilipinas,” dagdag ni Barbers.