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Arrest Warrant Issued for Sara Duterte in Grave Threats Case

Vice President Sara Duterte faces three counts of grave threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family, with bail set for each count.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A Quezon City court in the Philippines has issued an arrest warrant for Vice President Sara Duterte over accusations of making grave threats. The warrants correspond to three separate counts related to her alleged remarks about the President and his family, including threats directed toward President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos.

According to reports, the court has set the bail amount at 120,000 pesos (approximately US$1,900) for each count. The allegations stem from comments made by Duterte in 2024 regarding potential violent actions if she faced harm herself, leading to the current legal situation.

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla stated that Duterte's legal team has confirmed receipt of the arrest warrant and intends to post bail as soon as possible. Remulla conveyed this information in a text message, indicating prompt action by Duterte's camp.

A Department of Justice (DOJ) official commented that the issuance of the arrest warrant by the Quezon City court is a step forward toward bringing the grave threats case to trial. According to DOJ spokesperson Polo Martinez, this resolution allows the legal proceedings to advance.

Duterte's case has garnered significant attention due to her high-profile position and relationship to prominent political figures in the country. She faces substantial legal challenges that may impact her role as vice president and her political future. Reports suggest she has denied the allegations against her, but details regarding her defense strategy have not yet been disclosed.

As the process unfolds, the situation remains fluid, with further developments expected in the coming days as Duterte's camp prepares their next steps in response to the charges.

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