Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Publicly Threatens President Marcos Amid Political Turmoil

In a Facebook briefing, Duterte made the controversial statement, saying, "This country is going to hell because we are being led by a liar who is unfit to be president."

Addressing concerns about her own safety, Duterte declared, "I told someone, if I am killed, make sure to eliminate Marcos, [First Lady] Liza Araneta, and [Speaker] Martin Romualdez. This is no joke." She claimed that the individual she entrusted with this responsibility agreed to carry out her instructions.

Funding Scandal Adds Fuel to the Fire

Duterte's remarks come in the wake of controversy surrounding her office’s alleged misuse of public funds. The situation escalated after her chief of staff was detained in parliament for failing to answer questions about the allocation of the vice president's office budget.

The funding scandal has already intensified political tensions in the country, and Duterte's incendiary comments have deepened the divide.

Calls for Investigation

Lawmakers and civil society groups have widely condemned Duterte’s statements, calling for an immediate and thorough investigation. Critics argue that such remarks undermine the rule of law and worsen an already volatile political climate.

The incident has further destabilized the Philippines’ political landscape, with many questioning the future of its leadership amid accusations of corruption and threats of violence at the highest levels of government.