Sara Duterte says gov't shifting strategy to take her down

GMA Network - Oct 20, 2026

Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday claimed that the government is shifting its narratives to bring her down, citing recent reports of the foiled attempt to smuggle illegal drugs from Laos to Mindanao.

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