𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: "VP Sara to run for presidency in 2028" by Renee Jayne Canale

 

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Published by:  Jielian Lobete 

Date Published:  February 23, 2026

Time Published: 5:52PM

Vice President Sara Duterte announced her presidential bid for 2028 during a press briefing at the Office of the Vice President (OVP) headquarters on Wednesday, February 18.

In her speech, streamed on her Facebook page, Duterte declared, "I am Sara Duterte, and I will run for president of the Philippines. I offer my life, my strength, and my future in the service of our nation.”

She further explained that President Bongbong Marcos's perceived failure to fulfill his campaign promises motivated her to seek the country’s highest office two years from now.

The VP also conveyed remorse for supporting Marcos’s election, expressed concern over the continued suffering of flood-affected Filipinos, and denounced the blatant abuse of public institutions for the personal interests of certain politicians.

Her announcement comes immediately after the House of Representatives is expected to initiate new impeachment proceedings against her, adding another layer of political challenge.

Moreover, political analysts noted that the timing of Duterte’s declaration appears strategic, coinciding with another round of impeachment complaints accusing her of betraying public trust, corruption, and other crimes.

IMAGE SOURCE:

Guinto, J. (2026, February 18). Philippine VP Sara Duterte to run for president in 2028. BBC News. https://share.google/sXIJ9UyBraMj2Kgos

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[1] Guinto, J. (2026, February 18). "Philippine VP Sara Duterte to run for president in 2028." BBC News. https://share.google/sXIJ9UyBraMj2Kgos

[2] De Leon, D. (2026, February 18). "Sara Duterte announces 2028 presidential bid amid fresh impeachment complaint." Rappler.com. https://share.google/Aq16MX7jZYM2ERKpu

[3] Flores, M. (2026, February 18). "Philippine Vice President Duterte to run for president in 2028 elections." Reuters. https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippine-vice-president-duterte-run-president-2028-elections-2026-02-18/