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Sara Duterte

The Marcos-Duterte Rift in the Philippines is Getting Nastier and More Personal

The Marcos-Duterte Rift in the Philippines is Getting Nastier and More Personal

By Mong Palatino
The political feud is likely to worsen as the country moves toward the 2025 midterm elections and 2028 presidential election.

With Public Tirade, Philippine Vice President Further Widens Rift With Marcos Clan

With Public Tirade, Philippine Vice President Further Widens Rift With Marcos Clan

By Ben Sturt
Sara Duterte's open declaration of war against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his allies threatens to paralyze the Philippine government.
Philippine Congress Hearings Reveal Sordid Details of Duterte’s Drug War

Philippine Congress Hearings Reveal Sordid Details of Duterte’s Drug War

By Mong Palatino
The former president may have escaped the scrutiny of the ICC, but local investigations are moving forward in the context of his feud with the Marcos family.

Former Philippine President Duterte Makes Political Comeback Amid Usual Controversy

Former Philippine President Duterte Makes Political Comeback Amid Usual Controversy

By Ben Sturt
The ex-leader's return coincides with the eroding relationship between his family and the Marcos clan, as well as the arrest of his close ally, televangelist Apollo Quiboloy.

Midterm Elections and the Prospect of Impeachment in the Philippines

Midterm Elections and the Prospect of Impeachment in the Philippines

By Mong Palatino
As registrations for next year's midterm elections begins, momentum is growing for an impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte.

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Philippines Opens Candidate Registration Period for Mid-term Elections

Philippines Opens Candidate Registration Period for Mid-term Elections

By Sebastian Strangio
The May 12, 2025 polls are expected to see a proxy battle between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte.

Who Controls the Philippine Budget?

Who Controls the Philippine Budget?

By Mong Palatino
The investigation of Vice President Sara Duterte, under scrutiny for alleged misuse of government funds, has highlighted the need for greater transparency.
Philippine Vice President Threatened With Impeachment Over Fund Misuse

Philippine Vice President Threatened With Impeachment Over Fund Misuse

By Mong Palatino
Sara Duterte’s refusal to answer queries from legislators over her office’s budget has some raising the prospect of an impeachment vote. 

Philippine Legislators Defer Approval of Vice President’s Budget

Philippine Legislators Defer Approval of Vice President’s Budget

By Mong Palatino
After clashing with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Sara Duterte is being subject to fresh scrutiny in the House of Representatives.

Philippine Vice President Decries ‘Political Harassment’ Against Her Family

Philippine Vice President Decries ‘Political Harassment’ Against Her Family

By Mong Palatino
Sara Duterte and her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, are engaged in a political struggle with the family of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Mulling Senate Run

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Mulling Senate Run

By Sebastian Strangio
After the collapse of its alliance with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Duterte clan is planning its reconquest of the Philippine presidency in 2028.
Can Vice President Sara Duterte Lead the Philippine Opposition?

Can Vice President Sara Duterte Lead the Philippine Opposition?

By Mong Palatino
Following her resignation from the Cabinet, Duterte may struggle to become the focal point of a broad anti-Marcos coalition.

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