Photo credit: Senator Bong Go

Vice President Sara Duterte has once again broken her silence following the arrest of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte. In a brief but strong statement shared on March 11, 2025, she made it clear where she stands.

"Kung Pilipino ka, hindi ka kailanman susunod sa mga dayuhan sa loob ng sarili mong bayan. We are not Filipinos for nothing."

Though she didn’t directly mention her father’s case, her message seems to challenge foreign influence in Philippine affairs—something her father fiercely opposed during his presidency.

Her statement comes at a tense time, as the former president remains in custody amid legal battles. Supporters of the Duterte family have been vocal, rallying behind them both online and on the streets. Meanwhile, Sara Duterte’s words suggest she’s standing firm, ready to defend her family and, by extension, her political base.

With her father’s legal troubles mounting, will she take a more active role in the fight? Or is this just the beginning of a bigger political move? One thing’s for sure: the Duterte name isn’t going anywhere just yet.