VP Duterte can withdraw security detail if she doesn’t trust them-Teodoro

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro stated that Vice President Sara Duterte has the authority to withdraw her security detail if she lacks trust in them. This follows ongoing political tensions regarding the security arrangements for the Vice President.
Why it matters
The statement highlights the deepening political rift within the Philippine government and the administrative protocols surrounding high-level security.
VP Duterte can withdraw security detail if she doesn’t trust them—Teodoro | ABS-CBN News
VP Duterte can withdraw security detail if she doesn’t trust them—Teodoro
Published September 10, 2026 11:22 AM PHT
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