In a bid that underscores a widening rift, she criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as mismanaging and corrupt, framing her own run as a challenge to his administration and promising to dedicate her life, strength, and future to the nation.

Analysts describe the move as risky given mounting impeachment threats, even as independent polls show favorable support for her candidacy.

Her impeachment case from last year was dismissed by the Supreme Court on procedural grounds, after the House impeached and sent the matter to the Senate for trial.

She faces ongoing legal jeopardy from impeachment threats that could affect her ability to run if convicted in the future.

Sara Duterte, Rodrigo Duterte’s eldest daughter and a former Davao City official, is widely viewed as his political heir and has built a foothold in Mindanao politics.

She referenced rising talk of opponents for 2028, including other prominent figures, during discussions about the next presidential race.

Impeachment complaints against Duterte center on alleged misuse of confidential funds and unexplained wealth, with prosecutors seeking access to personal bank accounts as part of investigations.

The political landscape is further shaped by ongoing scrutiny of Marcos Jr. and Duterte, including an ICC pre-trial context for Rodrigo Duterte and broader corruption concerns affecting governance ahead of 2028.

Her governance style is characterized as tough on crime, shaping her public image and political strategy.

After the burial of her uncle, she reiterated plans to clarify her 2028 bid by year-end, signaling continued commitment to her presidential aspirations.

She floated a potential shift in the Philippines’ foreign policy toward China if she becomes president, signaling a realignment option compared with the current stance.

Constitutional limits ensure a single six-year term for the presidency, which affects 2028 race dynamics and Marcos Jr.’s reelection prospects.