DAVAO CITY - Vice Mayor and presidential son Sebastian "Baste" Z. Duterte confirmed on Tuesday, Nov. 9, his withdrawal of his candidacy for reelection as vice mayor in the 2022 elections.
Baste, in an official statement, said that he has filed his withdrawal as candidate for Vice Mayor of Davao City and nominated incumbent councilor Melchor Quitain Jr. as his substitute.
"I am deeply grateful to the Dabawenyos for the support they have given me all this time. I have no other details to share at the moment. Thank you," Vice Mayor Baste said.
He had earlier filed his certificate of candidacy for vice mayor of Davao City on Oct. 3.
His older brother Paolo is running for congressman, while his sister Sara Duterte-Carpio is seeking reelection as Davao City mayor.
Their father, President Rodrigo R. Duterte, is reportedly considering a Senate seat despite announcing his plan to retire from politics.