Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte faces a subpoena for allegedly threatening President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife, and the House Speaker. The incident marks a dramatic escalation of tensions between the two top leaders, raising concerns about national security and potentially criminal charges.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has defended his wife, Liza Araneta Marcos, after she publicly criticized her husband’s deputy, Vice President Sara Duterte, leading to speculation of a rift between the two political families. Marcos Jr. stated that his wife’s outburst was understandable, as she lacked political experience and was hurt by the insults leveled against the president. While acknowledging that Sara Duterte’s experience in the education sector has been questioned, Marcos Jr. ruled out her removal as education secretary, citing her competence and integrity. Despite calls for Sara Duterte’s resignation from some lawmakers, Marcos Jr. expressed confidence in her abilities and urged his wife to let go of the hurtful remarks made by others.
Vice-President Sara Duterte has refuted claims that she had hurt first lady Liza Araneta Marcos’ feelings, emphasizing that personal emotions should not impact her official duties. The feud between the two women began after Marcos rebuked Duterte for her alleged laughter during an incident involving the president’s father, Marcos Sr., hurling insults. Duterte addressed the matter publicly in a social media video, asserting that her mandate as a government official should not be influenced by personal feelings.
