Sara Duterte visits detained senators Marcoleta, Estrada, former congressman Defensor

MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) on Wednesday confirmed Vice President Sara Duterte’s visit on Tuesday to known allies Senators Rodante Marcoleta, Jinggoy Estrada and former congressman Mike Defensor. “The BJMP confirms that Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte-Carpio visited the BJMP Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory on August 4, 2026. She arrived at around 12 noon and left at approximately 3:20 p.m.,” Jail Superintendent Jayrex Joseph C. Bustinera, BJMP spokesman, said in a text message to reporters on Wednesday.