Cult of Personality

The International Criminal Court's appeals chamber denied former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's plea for temporary liberty on November 28, 2025, citing his ongoing influence over supporters. The decision highlighted risks from Duterte Diehard Supporters, likened in commentary to a cult of personality similar to Charles Manson's followers. Meanwhile, the Office of the Solicitor General re-entered the case at the Supreme Court on December 1.