Paolo Duterte

Paolo Duterte is a Davao City-based congressman who left the House of Representatives on July 28, 2025, after Speaker Martin Romualdez was re-elected without opposition. Along with three other Davao-based congressmen, Paolo formed an independent bloc to distance himself from political factions and focus on serving his constituents. His actions reflect ongoing tensions within Philippine politics, particularly regarding the Duterte family's influence and recent legal challenges faced by former President Rodrigo Duterte and Vice President Sara Duterte.

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Last updated at July 29, 2025.

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Four Davao-based congressmen form independent bloc

On Monday, Davao City First District Rep. Paolo Duterte and three other Davao-based congressmen declared themselves part of an independent bloc in the House of Representatives after abstaining from voting for newly elected Speaker Martin Romualdez.
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Duterte rejects selling Davao home, volunteers debunk 'for sale' sign

The 'for sale' sign placed at former President Rodrigo Duterte's house in Davao City was taken down over the weekend.
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Omar Vincent Duterte wins Davao City 2nd District seat

Omar Vincent Duterte secured victory in Davao City's 2nd District with 160,432 votes based on partial unofficial results as of Tuesday, May 13.
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AFP investigates Duterte rep's security detail

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is investigating the identities of its personnel providing security to Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte following a viral video.
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PNP chief dismisses two officers moonlighting as Duterte’s bodyguards

Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil ordered the dismissal of two police officers and their commanders who were allegedly moonlighting as bodyguards for Davao First District Rep. Paolo Duterte.
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5 Duterte family members run for Davao City posts

Five members of the Duterte family are running for local positions in Davao City this 2025 elections, seeking to retain their influence over the city.
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PNP denies role in circulating Duterte bar fight video

The Philippine National Police (PNP) denied involvement in the circulation of a viral video showing Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte allegedly assaulting a man at a bar.
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Rep. Paolo Duterte faces criminal charges for alleged physical assault and threats

Rep. Paolo Duterte is facing criminal charges for alleged physical injuries and grave threats following an incident at Hearsay Gastropub Bar in Davao City on February 23.
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Rep Paolo Duterte condemns PNP-CIDG, SAF for alleged harassment

Davao City first district Representative Paolo Duterte condemned on Wednesday night what he called harassment by the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) and the Special Action Force (SAF).
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VP Sara intensifies PDP-Laban senatorial campaign, urges unity

Vice President Sara Duterte has intensified her campaign for PDP-Laban's senatorial candidates following instructions from her detained father, former president Rodrigo Duterte.
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