Sara Duterte: Gracioso is motivated by money

GMA Network - Oct 6, 2026

Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday belied claims by dismissed policeman Rodulfo Gracioso Jr. that he delivered cash to her, saying the latter is motivated by money and resentment towards former House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco and his family.

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