Mikee Romero, a former lawmaker, resigns and retires from the AFP Reserve Force amid a controversy over military awards, according to multiple outlets. Rappler reports he also relinquishes his post as wing commander of the Tactical Operations Wing Reserve Northern Luzon effective immediately.
The dispute centers on allegations that Romero possesses the rare Gold Cross Medal. Philstar notes he is accused of having the medal and that his resignation follows the accusations. The reports describe the actions taken by Romero, but they do not present consistent, detailed information about the evidence or whether any review or determination has been completed.
Overall, the outlets agree on the key outcome—Romero leaves the reserve force following the awards issue—but they differ slightly in emphasis: one focuses on his retirement and immediate change in command responsibilities, while the other focuses on the allegations surrounding the Gold Cross Medal that prompted his resignation.
