PHNational Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag testified during Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial that her threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his relatives sparked a 'kinetic force,' leading others, including her brother Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte, to make similar threats. This chain of threatening behavior, Matibag explained, could endanger national security by inciting chaos and undermining constitutional values and democratic processes. The testimony came as part of ongoing investigations into statements made during a political rally, where the mayor claimed they only needed one head — referring to Marcos. Matibag emphasized the need for monitoring such threats due to their potential impact on societal stability.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the legal proceedings and the implications of the threats made by political figures. It does not overtly favor any particular political faction but focuses on the procedural aspects of the investigation and the potential risks posed by the rhetoric. The use
