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Philippine Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Vice President Sara Duterte

A Philippine court has ordered the arrest of Vice President Sara Duterte following grave threats charges, which her lawyer stated she intends to contest legally.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Branch 98 of the Quezon City Regional Trial Court has issued a warrant of arrest against Vice President Sara Duterte, according to her lawyer Paul Lawrence Lim. The warrant follows three counts of grave threats allegedly made by Duterte against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife, and a cousin, reportedly involving threats of hiring a hitman.

In response to the arrest order, Lim confirmed that Duterte has no intention of evading the law and plans to pursue all available legal remedies. This statement was made as the news regarding the warrant began to circulate publicly.

The issuance of the arrest warrant has prompted reactions from various officials. Malacañang, the executive branch of the Philippine government, expressed respect for the court's decision. Press Officer and Undersecretary Claire Castro conveyed this message, stating that the Palace respects any decision or order issued by the court.

Senator Bong Go also commented on the development, expressing confusion regarding the timing of the arrest warrant. In an ambush interview, Go questioned why the warrant was issued at this moment, specifically noting the ongoing deliberations in the Senate.

The legal situation surrounding Duterte has attracted significant attention, with various media outlets reporting on the implications of the case. Supporters and critics alike are closely monitoring the unfolding events.

As the judicial process continues, the responses from Duterte and her legal team, as well as the reactions from political figures, will likely influence public discourse in the coming days.

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