Whistleblower Letter Unveils Alleged Duterte Plot to Remove President Marcos Jr.
A handwritten letter from Ramil Madriaga, who identifies himself as a former bagman for Vice President Sara Duterte, has surfaced, making explosive claims about a purported plan by ex-President Rodrigo Duterte to oust President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. from office. Dated April 11, 2026, the document details alleged meetings in November 2021 where strategies were discussed to allow Marcos Jr. to run for president, only to later remove him from power.
Details of the Alleged Conspiracy
According to the letter, the plan involved replacing Marcos by any means necessary, with Vice President Sara Duterte positioned to take over as President. This move would potentially allow her to run in the 2028 presidential elections, consolidating power. The document outlines a scenario of widespread chaos, including:
- Mass resignations of government officials
- Large-scale public protests
- Attacks on Malacañang Palace
- A possible coup involving mobilized groups and individuals
Madriaga claims he was tasked with recruiting criminal organizations and syndicates to incite unrest, facilitating a government transition. These allegations have sparked intense scrutiny, with the House impeachment inquiry set to question Madriaga about his statements.
Political Fallout and Investigation Focus
During the House impeachment hearing, Bicol Saro Representative Terry Ridon emphasized that the investigation should remain focused solely on impeachment-related allegations, avoiding tangential issues. Meanwhile, Bombo Radyo has opened its platform to responses from Vice President Sara Duterte's camp regarding the accusations from her alleged former bagman. The unfolding scandal highlights deep political tensions and raises questions about stability in the Philippines' leadership.
