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Robredo rules out national political comeback in 2028
Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo has reiterated her commitment to focus on local governance, stating she made the decision to avoid national politics long before assuming the mayoral post her late husband previously held.
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MANILA — Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo on Monday reaffirmed her intention to remain outside national politics, clarifying that her decision predates her entry into local government. Speaking on a local radio program, Robredo emphasized that her choice to forgo another bid for higher office came before she decided to run for mayor of Naga City, where her late husband had served for nearly two decades. The former vice president, who lost her 2022 presidential campaign, has increasingly focused on municipal governance since taking the mayoral position. Her statement comes amid ongoing speculation about potential candidates for the 2028 national elections. Robredo's commitment to local leadership underscores a broader shift in her political trajectory following her unsuccessful national campaign.