Philippine Vice President Duterte in Legal Hot Water as NBI Probes Alleged Plot Against Marcos
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte found herself caught in a legal storm as she avoided a subpoena from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) for a probe regarding an alleged plot against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Duterte requested a rescheduling of her NBI summons, raising suspicions regarding potential legal maneuvers.
The controversy stems from allegations of an assassination plot against President Marcos, with Duterte reportedly implicated. While the details remain shrouded in secrecy, sources revealed that the contrivance revolved around a supposed attempt to organize an attack against President Marcos Jr. Duterte’s camp denied these allegations, calling them baseless and politically motivated.
“I did not snub the NBI. We are in the process of ‘fixing the date’ as I have other important issues that are sought after of the NBI. The DOJ needs to see the lawyer violating client privilege,” Duterte said, suggesting a potential conflict simmering beneath the surface.
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## Philippine Vice President Duterte in Legal Hot Water as NBI Probes Alleged Plot Against Marcos
**[Introducing our guest]**: Joining us today is Dr. Maria Ramos, a political analyst specializing in Philippine politics. Dr. Ramos, thanks for being here.
**Dr. Ramos**: My pleasure.
**Host**: Dr. Ramos, Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing a serious situation right now. Can you shed some light on the allegations against her?
**Dr. Ramos**: Certainly. Vice President Duterte has been summoned by Philippine investigators, specifically the National Bureau of Investigation, over alleged threats made against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. [[1](https://www.voanews.com/a/philippine-investigators-summon-vp-duterte-over-threats-against-marcos-/7877149.html)]President Marcos has publicly labelled these threats as a “criminal plot” and vows to pursue legal action.
**Host**: How serious are these allegations, and what could be the potential consequences for Vice President Duterte?
**Dr. Ramos**: These allegations are extremely serious. The Philippine system, while democratic, is still prone to political maneuvering and power struggles. Direct threats against a sitting President, even if veiled, are treated with utmost severity. Depending on the evidence uncovered, Vice President Duterte could face a range of consequences, including criminal charges and potentially even impeachment proceedings.
**Host**: What’s the current public sentiment towards Vice President Duterte in light of these allegations?
**Dr. Ramos**: There’s a mixed reaction. Some of her supporters view this as a politically motivated attack, while others are deeply concerned about the potential instability these accusations bring to the country’s leadership. It’ll be crucial to see how the investigation unfolds and what evidence emerges. Public opinion could shift significantly depending on the findings.
**Host**: Dr. Ramos, thank you for providing valuable insight into this developing situation. This is certainly a story we will be following closely.
**Dr. Ramos**: My pleasure.
