VP Sara Duterte’s early presidential bid a ‘distraction’ from allegations — solonsVice President Sara Duterte holds a press conference on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 to announce her presidential bid in the upcoming 2028 elections. MANILA, Philippines (Updated 7:24 p.m.) — Why would Vice President Sara Duterte announce her presidential bid so early — just a week before her father’s confirmation of charges hearing and as she faces impeachment proceedings in Congress? According to Co, the vice president's 2028 presidential bid does nothing to tackle the nation's issues. Meanwhile, Rep. Terry Ridon (Bicol Saro Party-list) said Duterte's presidential bid comes as no surprise. (That is why Vice President Sara Duterte should truly be impeached, so she can no longer run for office and the Filipino people will not be deceived again.)

Source: Philippine Star February 18, 2026 13:20 UTC