House Speaker Martin Romualdez (Speaker’s office)

Ranking congressmen have hailed House Speaker Martin Romualdez for steering the chamber to its enviable status as the highest-rated branch of government, based on the results of the latest independent surveys.

Deputy Majority Leader La Union 1st district Rep. Paolo Ortega, and Assistant Majority Leaders Zambales 1st district Rep. Jay Khonghun and Lanao del Sur 1st district Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong all commended Romualdez for his stewardship of the 300-plus strong legislative chamber.

“Speaker Romualdez has redefined leadership in the House by putting people first. Under his stewardship, the House has become the engine for real reforms and responsive governance. The numbers affirm what we already know: the Filipino people trust and believe in his leadership,” Ortega said.

Khonghun said the House’s strong performance was anchored on tangible results, particularly programs like the Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP), which brought direct relief to millions of families.

“Speaker Romualdez has always made it clear that no Filipino should be left behind. His leadership turned that vision into reality through swift, responsive legislation,” Khonghun said.

He added: “The House is no longer just a legislative body; it is a lifeline for the people. That is why the public is responding with overwhelming trust and support.”

Adiong echoed his colleagues' glowing words and said that the House’s strong performance refleced a sense of unity under Speaker Romualdez’s leadership.

“The Speaker has built consensus across political parties, ensuring that the people’s needs are placed above politics. The trust and satisfaction ratings are a testament to leadership that fosters inclusivity, empowers communities, and remains focused on nation-building,” he said.9

Results of Tangere’s nationwide survey conducted from April 21 to 22 showed the House achieving a 55.5 percent satisfaction rating, the highest among the three branches of government.

The executive branch garnered 49.41 percent, the Senate recorded 44.74 percent amid internal controversies and leadership tensions, and the judicial branch, represented by the Supreme Court (SC), posted 45.5 percent among aware respondents.

Meanwhile, the the results of the latest OCTA Research “Tugon ng Masa” survey, conducted from April 2 to 5, also showcased the House’s strong standing, with Speaker Romualdez posting a 54 percent trust rating and a 55 percent satisfaction rating.

The Speaker ranked among the country’s top national leaders alongside President Marcos Jr. and Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero.