Sara Duterte

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Sara Duterte's Shocking Threat: 'I've Hired Assassins!'

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In a jaw-dropping revelation, Philippine VP Sara Duterte claims she's hired assassins to take out President Marcos! What could this mean for their power clash?

The political landscape in the Philippines has taken a wild turn as Vice President Sara Duterte has publicly threatened to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Yes, you read that right! In a shocking tirade made on November 23, Duterte brazenly stated that she has "hired assassins" to eliminate the President, igniting controversy and alarm bells throughout the nation. This revelation raises significant questions about national security and the stability of Philippine governance under a leadership that seems less than united.

The escalating tension between these two political families heralds a rift that could have dangerous implications. Duterte's statements not only highlight the deep divisions within the government but also pose threats to her own political future. Critics are already proclaiming that such a public display of aggression, especially from a high-ranking official, is likely to lead to "irreversible consequences". After all, when llamas of political drama are at play, things rarely end peacefully!

The Philippine security council is on high alert and will be verifying this extraordinary assassination threat. While it's not uncommon for political friction to lead to heated rhetoric, the fact that a Vice President would go to such public lengths to threaten a sitting President is unprecedented in modern Philippine politics. Furthermore, Duterte's decision to go public might also imply a power struggle that could see dramatic shifts in alliances and loyalties among political elites in the country.

Ironically, this entire saga coincides with Sara Duterte's stated willingness to undergo a drug test—"on one condition"—sparking laughter and speculation surrounding her claims. With all eyes on her, it seems she's ready to put on a show for both supporters and critics alike!

Did you know that political assassinations have a historical precedent in the Philippines? Notably, the assassination of former Senator Benigno Aquino Jr. in 1983 sent shockwaves throughout the country and led to significant political upheaval. It’s a reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of politics, real life can often play out like a tense thriller. Buckle up, this is one political drama worth following!

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Philippine VP threatens to have Marcos assassinated (台北時報)

'TIRADE': Sara Duterte's threat on Philippine President Marcos Jr made 'brazenly in public,' would be considered a national security issue, ...

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[Rear View] Why is VP Sara Duterte madly protective of her chief of ... (Rappler)

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Philippines: Vice President Sara Duterte says she has hired an ... (OpIndia)

On Saturday, November 23, Vice President of Philippines, Sara Duterte revealed that she has hired assassins to kill the President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, his.

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VP Sara Duterte ready to undergo drug test -- on one condition ... (ABS-CBN News)

Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News/FileMANILA -- Vice President Sara Duterte on Sunday thanked her supporters who rallied in front of the Veterans Memorial ...

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Philippine VP's death threat against president a security matter ... (Reuters)

The Philippines' security council will verify an alleged assassination threat by Vice President Sara Duterte against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., ...

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Rift between two political families in Philippines intensifies as ... (Global Times)

The rift between the president and the vice president of the Philippines has gone public as the Vice President Sara Duterte, who is the daughter of the ...

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The Philippines on Alert for VP Sara Duterte's Assassination Threat ... (English Tempo.co)

The Philippines VP Sara Duterte threatened to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr assassinated if she was killed.

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[Pastilan] Sara Duterte unleashes the Ampatuan within (Rappler)

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INSURANCE OF SORTS?: Sara Duterte's 'kill' plot vs Marcos only for ... (Daily Guardian)

Supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte defended her controversial remarks about plotting to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., describing her ...

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Sara Duterte: Kill remark vs Marcos 'taken out of logical context' (GMA News Online)

Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday stood firm that her statement that she ordered to have President Marcos killed if an alleged plot against her succeeds ...

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Threat against Marcos 'maliciously taken out context' – VP Sara ... (INQUIRER.net)

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday said her murder threat against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was “maliciously taken.

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VP Sara Duterte's alleged plot against Marcos a 'serious crime ... (ABS-CBN.COM)

House leaders warned that Vice President Sara Duterte's threat of assassination against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. could be a "serious crime" and a ...

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Philippines VP Sara Duterte threatens to kill Marcos and family if she ... (Sentinel Colorado)

Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin referred the “active threat” against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to an elite presidential guards force “for immediate ...

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VP Sara Duterte says remark vs Marcos 'maliciously taken out of ... (ABS-CBN News)

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Sara Duterte asks Año: Why have I not been invited to an NSC ... (Rappler)

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DOJ: Subpoena to be issued vs Sara Duterte (GMA News Online)

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NBI to issue subpoena to VP Duterte over threats vs President Marcos (INQUIRER.net)

The National Bureau of Investigation will issue a subpoena to Vice President Sara Duterte after she threatened to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

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NBI: No info on threats vs VP Sara Duterte (GMA News Online)

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Marcos' security doubled following Sara Duterte's kill remark (GMA News Online)

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AFP calls out 'false, misleading' online posts on supposed ... (GMA News Online)

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Philippines's Marcos vows to fight 'troubling' threat of VP Sara Duterte (Aljazeera.com)

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WATCH: Sara Duterte holds press conference after Marcos ... (Rappler)

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VP Sara Duterte finally takes truth oath in House panel inquiry into ... (ABS-CBN News)

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Sara Duterte shows up at House probe into OVP fund (INQUIRER.net)

Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday showed up before the House committee on good government which is probing the alleged misuse of her office's fund.

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VP Sara, 4 OVP officials cited for contempt appear at House probe ... (Philstar.com)

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Sara Duterte vows fightback for 'terrorized' OVP execs (Manila Bulletin)

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Sara Duterte labelled 'mastermind' of assassination plot (Jakarta Post)

he Philippines justice department on Monday labelled Vice President Sara Duterte the "mastermind" of a plot to assassinate the country's president, ...

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Sara Duterte staff member falls ill amid House inquiry on confi fund ... (GMA News Online)

A member of Vice President Sara Duterte's staff was rushed to the hospital on Monday night amid questions on her knowledge on signatories on receipts used ...

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OVP exec: I left secret funds to security head as per VP Sara's order (INQUIRER.net)

The Office of the Vice President's special disbursing officer has admitted leaving confidential fund disbursements to OVP's security chief.

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PNP sees possible complaints following Sara Duterte's threat vs ... (GMA News Online)

The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said complaints may be lodged in relation to Vice President Sara Duterte's statement that she gave orders to ...

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Sara Duterte links Marcos family to Ninoy Aquino assassination (GMA News Online)

Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday said the family of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. was behind the murder of former opposition leader and ...

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Philippines' Marcos vows to fight back after estranged VP's ... (Reuters)

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Philippine VP Sara Duterte Threatens to Assassinate Pres. Marcos ... (Democracy Now!)

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