Sara Duterte: I will never resign

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday said that she would “never” resign from her post, despite mounting political pressure and legal challenges, including an impeachment trial.

“No, no, no. I will not resign,” Duterte said in a chance interview when asked if this would ever lead to her resignation.

“I will never resign from the Office of the Vice President,” she added.

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Duterte also said she remains resolute in running for president in the 2028 elections.

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“Yes,” she said when asked if she still plans to run for president.

“Kaya nga, in one way, nakikita ko as a blessing yung impeachment trial dahil diyan ay makikilatis at ma-scrutinize na ng mga tao ‘yung mga katanungan nila sa pagkatao ko,” she added.

(That is why, in a way, I view the impeachment trial as a blessing because it allows the public to examine and scrutinize questions about my character.)

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Duterte is facing an impeachment trial over allegations of misusing confidential funds, unexplained wealth, bribery, and grave threats.

She also faces similar criminal charges, particularly grave threats, as well as plunder, graft and malversation, before the Office of the Ombudsman.

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The National Bureau of Investigation has also released details of Duterte’s alleged properties in Davao City that do not match her statements of assets, liabilities, and net worth. /mcm