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Rice, jobs, safety: Rodrigo Duterte returns to national stage, blasts Marcos for ‘falling short’
Former President Rodrigo Duterte launched his senatorial slate for the 2025 elections at Club Filipino in San Juan City.
During the proclamation rally, Duterte criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration for failing to address issues like rising rice prices, joblessness, and crime.
He expressed belief that Filipinos are growing tired of Marcos Jr., which he sees as beneficial for his senatorial candidates.
The event took place at Club Filipino, a venue historically significant for its role in Philippine democracy.
Duterte's candidates highlighted the recent impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, although the former president did not mention it in his speech.
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