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Vice President Duterte Faces Misuse Allegations of $10.4M

12/13/2025

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A complaint filed with the Ombudsman accuses Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte and 15 officials of misusing 612.5 million pesos (US$10.4 million).
Complainants include Teresita Quintos-Deles and Cielo Magno, alleging anti-corruption violations.
The case follows an impeachment attempt against Duterte shelved by the Senate.
The Ombudsman may forward the case to Sandiganbayan.
A conviction would not block Duterte's 2028 presidential run.

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Story summary

A complaint filed with the Ombudsman accuses Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte and 15 officials of misusing 612.5 million pesos (US$10.4 million).
Complainants include Teresita Quintos-Deles and Cielo Magno, alleging anti-corruption violations.
The case follows an impeachment attempt against Duterte shelved by the Senate.
The Ombudsman may forward the case to Sandiganbayan.
A conviction would not block Duterte's 2028 presidential run.