Former Philippine President Duterte Runs for Mayor in Political Comeback
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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday filed his candidacy for mayor in his bailiwick, the southern city of Davao, according to his close aide, Senator Bong Go.
The filing marks the ex-leader’s return to politics, opting to run for a local post he once held instead of a national seat. His son, incumbent Davao Mayor Sebastian Duterte, filed his candidacy for vice-mayor, GMA News reported separately.