Naga City Mayor and former vice president Leni Robredo has firmly ruled out running for president in 2028, saying her decision to stay in local politics has long been final.
Robredo said she had made the decision even before running for mayor in 2025 and stressed that she would not use her current position as a stepping stone to higher office.
She explained that she feels more suited to local governance, where she believes she can work more effectively than in national politics.
Despite her statement, Robredo remains among the potential presidential candidates in 2028, with a recent OCTA Research survey showing her trailing Vice President Sara Duterte by seven percentage points in a hypothetical matchup.
Meanwhile, Sen. Francis Pangilinan expressed belief that public opinion could still influence the political landscape ahead of the 2028 elections.
Source: PhilNews24 | November 10, 2026
