Former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque accused the House of Representatives of "power tripping" after contempt and arrest orders were issued against him for his alleged involvement in the illegal operations of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO).

Roque, who served as the spokesperson during the Duterte administration, firmly denied being a fugitive in a live video posted on Facebook.

The House quad committee issued a standing order for Roque’s arrest after he failed to submit documents related to his assets, which lawmakers claim may be linked to criminal activities involving POGOs. Roque, however, dismissed these allegations, labeling the move as a politically motivated act of harassment.