Malacañang advises Vice President Sara Duterte to “level up” her defense in response to public allegations involving cash claims. In its remarks, the Palace says Duterte should respond in a way that relies on substantiation rather than broad assertions.
The outlets also report that Malacañang urges Duterte to support her replies with evidence and to avoid fallacies or forms of argumentation that do not address the issues raised. Both sources characterize the guidance as a call for clearer, more directly grounded explanations rather than personal attacks.
While the headlines differ in wording—one highlights “avoiding fallacies” and another emphasizes strengthening a “defense” over the cash claims—the core message attributed to the Palace is consistent. The statements focus on how Duterte should handle allegations publicly, including providing concrete proof and staying away from rhetorical or confrontational tactics that may not directly address the claims.
