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Philippine Vice President Duterte to Run for President in 2028 Despite Impeachment Motions
Sara Duterte, daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, announces presidential bid despite ongoing legal challenges.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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The Vice President of the Philippines, Sara Duterte, said on Wednesday that she will run for president in the 2028 elections, a candidacy that would have to withstand impeachment motions filed against her. Duterte, the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, has faced several impeachment attempts during her current term as vice president.
Why it matters
Sara Duterte's announcement comes amid ongoing legal challenges and political tensions in the Philippines. As the daughter of the controversial former president, her candidacy is likely to be closely watched both domestically and internationally.
The details
Several impeachment motions have been filed against Sara Duterte during her current term as vice president, alleging corruption and abuse of power. However, Duterte has vowed to push forward with her presidential bid in 2028, stating that she is confident she can overcome the legal challenges.
- On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Sara Duterte announced her intention to run for president in 2028.
- Multiple impeachment motions have been filed against Duterte during her current term as vice president, which began in 2022.
The players
Sara Duterte
The current Vice President of the Philippines and the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
What they’re saying
“I will run for president in 2028.”
— Sara Duterte, Vice President of the Philippines (myplainview.com)
What’s next
The Philippine Congress will likely continue to consider the impeachment motions against Sara Duterte as she prepares her presidential campaign for 2028.
The takeaway
Sara Duterte's announcement to run for president in 2028 despite ongoing legal challenges highlights the complex and often contentious political landscape in the Philippines, where dynastic politics and allegations of corruption continue to shape the country's leadership.
