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Why did Sara Duterte resign as DepEd Secretary?
Vice President Sara Duterte resigned as education secretary for personal reasons, stating her departure from President Marcos Jr.'s Cabinet was a result of prior discussions before her vice presidential run.
She explicitly denied that First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos played any role in her decision.
Duterte expressed leaving the Department of Education with a heavy heart and regret over not completing her deliverables, but affirmed she does not regret her time as Secretary for the Department of Education.
Her resignation, which took effect on July 19, was announced a month prior on June 19, following an audience with President Marcos.
She stated her resignation was not born out of weakness, but out of genuine concern for teachers and the Filipino youth.
Duterte ruled out accepting any future cabinet post under President Marcos Jr.'s administration, stating she will concentrate on her role as Vice President.
She assured that she would ensure a proper and orderly transition through her 30-day notice.
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