Jailed Witness Alleges Duterte Planned to Oust Philippines’ Marcos

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•The witness is currently imprisoned and has made the allegation publicly on April 15, 2026.
•Rodrigo Duterte served as President of the Philippines from 2016 to 2022.
•Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is the incumbent President of the Philippines as of 2026.
•The accusation involves a plan to oust Marcos Jr. from power.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Philippine authorities investigate and confirm Duterte's alleged plot it could lead to legal actions against Duterte and increase political instability affecting the Marcos administration.

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👤Ferdinand Marcos Jr.(President of the Philippines)👤Rodrigo Duterte(Former President of the Philippines)

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REGIONALSouth China Morning Post - TopJailed witness reveals Duterte plotted to oust Philippines’ Marcos

A jailed witness has accused former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte of plotting to remove current President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. This revelation could deepen political tensions in the Philippines and affect the stability of the current administration. The claim raises questions about internal conflicts within the country's leadership and potential impacts on governance.