Witness Reveals Alleged 2025 Leadership Change Plan Between Duterte and Marcos
In a bombshell revelation, witness Ramil Madriaga has disclosed in his sworn supplemental affidavit that former President Rodrigo Duterte and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allegedly discussed a secret agreement. According to Madriaga, this deal involved Marcos resigning from office in 2025 to allow Vice President Sara Duterte to assume the presidency.
Details of the Alleged Agreement
Madriaga claims that Duterte informed him of this plan before the 2022 elections, following a meeting where the Marcos-Sara tandem was finalized. The purported objective was to ensure Marcos serves less than four years, thereby keeping Sara eligible to run for president in the 2028 elections under constitutional term limits.
Further allegations include discussions with retired military generals after Sara was sworn in as vice president. These talks reportedly explored potential methods to remove Marcos from power if he did not voluntarily step down.
Alleged Strategies for Ousting Marcos
Madriaga outlined several alleged tactics considered, including:
- Sabotage within the administration by exposing corruption issues as grounds for impeachment.
- Mass resignations of officials and civil disobedience campaigns.
- Armed assault on Malacañang Palace and the creation of civil unrest to pave the way for a coup.
Additionally, Madriaga stated he was tasked with recruiting various groups, such as civic organizations and fraternities, to support these efforts.
Contradiction of VP Sara's Statements
In a striking accusation, Madriaga contradicted Vice President Sara Duterte's previous statements denying any connection to him. He insisted that she lied under oath regarding their association, adding another layer of controversy to the unfolding political drama.
This revelation has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, raising questions about stability and governance in the Philippines. As investigations potentially loom, the public awaits further developments in this high-stakes allegation.
