Politics · Philippines Bureau
Duterte supporters rally outside court ahead of grave threats arraignment
Vice President Sara Duterte faced her first court appearance on charges of grave threats Friday morning, as supporters gathered at Quezon City Hall to demonstrate their backing. The Vice President was scheduled for arraignment before the Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 98.
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Manila — Supporters of Vice President Sara Duterte assembled outside Quezon City Hall on Friday as she prepared for arraignment on three counts of grave threats. The Vice President's court appearance before Regional Trial Court Branch 98 was set for 8:30 a.m., marking a significant moment in an ongoing legal dispute that has drawn public attention across the country.
The gathering of Duterte's supporters underscored the polarizing nature of the case, which centers on statements the Vice President made earlier this year. Her legal team, represented by spokesperson lawyer Paolo, has been preparing her defense as the case moves through the judicial system.
The arraignment represents the first formal court proceeding in the matter, where the Vice President will be required to enter a plea to the charges. The case has generated widespread discussion about the limits of official speech and accountability for high-ranking government officials in the Philippines.