Vice President Sara Duterte says she has no plan to take over President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s role, responding to questions amid calls and speculation about political succession. In an ambush interview in Davao City on June 12, 2026, Duterte stated in Filipino that she has “no desire to grab” Marcos’ position, referring to Marcos as “BBM.” She said her preference is to let the public observe the situation “until the very end,” adding that she wants Filipinos to see what she described as Marcos’ “shamelessness.” Duterte made the remarks to reporters while speaking around Independence Day, following questions that included references to claims involving retired military officers and other figures. The available reports focus on Duterte’s insistence that she is not seeking the presidency and her framing of the issue as one for voters to judge. No additional details from other outlets were included in the provided excerpts about any specific accusations or plans. Overall, the reports convey the same message: Duterte denies any intention to seize Marcos’ position.