Duterte Threatens Marcos Amid Political Tensions

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte publicly threatened to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife, and the House Speaker assassinated if she is killed, escalating tensions between two powerful political families. Duterte made this brazen statement, which she insisted was not a joke, in response to the detention of her chief of staff by House members allied with the President. The Presidential Communications Office has referred this active threat to the Presidential Security Command for immediate action, emphasizing the seriousness of such threats against the President. This feud highlights a significant political rift, as Duterte has accused the President and his allies of corruption and political persecution against her family. Duterte's comments have drawn significant attention, prompting calls for security measures to be intensified. The situation reflects ongoing political strife following Duterte's resignation from the Marcos Cabinet due to policy disagreements, particularly regarding the South China Sea.