Sara Duterte Reiterates Distrust in Police, Interior Secretary
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has reiterated her distrust in the police and the Interior and Local Government Secretary, describing them as subservient to the administration. She cited the secretary's statements as proof of harassment and surveillance operations against her.
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