Philippine VP Sara Duterte Posts Bail After Arrest Warrant Issued
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The Story
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio posted bail on Saturday, September 5, a day after an arrest warrant was issued over her alleged death threat against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Duterte-Carpio was charged last month with grave threats stemming from a late-night news briefing where she claimed to have hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife, and a congressman cousin. She later stated the comments were misconstrued. The vice president voluntarily appeared before the court that issued the warrant, and her lawyer stated there was no need for her to be arrested. Duterte-Carpio posted 360,000 pesos bail ($5,740) for three counts of grave threats. Her legal team stated she has no intention of evading the law. The case is seen as part of a political showdown, and a conviction could disqualify her from holding public office and seeking the presidency in 2028. The Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 98 set bail at 120,000 pesos for each count. Duterte expressed concerns for her safety, stating she has faced documented threats and harassment since 2023. An altered photo circulated showing her in handcuffs, but the original photo was from a university visit. The arrest order was issued Friday, and the court issued an order lifting the arrest warrant after she posted bail.
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What they agree on
- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte posted bail.
- An arrest warrant was issued for her on charges of "grave threats."
- The charges stem from alleged threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others.
- She posted bail at a Manila courthouse.
- The arrest warrant was subsequently lifted.
Where they split
- Sources differ on the exact bail amount per count, with some stating 120,000 pesos and others mentioning a total of 360,000 pesos.
- Coverage varies on the specific individuals threatened, with some listing the first lady and a congressman cousin, while others focus solely on the president.
- Some reports include details about an altered photo circulating online, while others do not.
- The political context and potential implications for her future presidential run are emphasized differently across sources.