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Budi Arie Setiadi apologizes for remarks on potential early elections before 2029
Budi Arie Setiadi, Chairman of the Projo volunteer group, has issued a formal apology following viral video footage in which he suggested the possibility of an accelerated political timeline or elections occurring before 2029. Setiadi clarified that his remarks were personal analyses and not representative of the views of former President Joko Widodo, despite being filmed alongside him during a volunteer meeting.
The comments have drawn significant criticism from various political actors. Gerindra Party officials expressed concern that such speculation could cause political unrest and violates constitutional norms regarding five-year presidential terms. Additionally, members of the PSI party clarified that Setiadi holds no official position or membership within their organization to avoid political association.
Legislators have also weighed in, with TB Hasanuddin noting that the concept of accelerated elections is typically associated with parliamentary systems rather than Indonesia’s presidential framework. Meanwhile, Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai reminded Setiadi of his previous political standing within the current cabinet. Projo leadership maintained that the viral video was an incomplete recording and that the meeting was intended to provide input for the administration of President Prabowo Subianto.
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Budi Arie Setiadi · Gerindra · Gerindra Party · Joko Widodo · Partai Solidaritas Indonesia · Prabowo Subianto · Projo
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Budi Arie Setiadi suggested the possibility of an accelerated national political agenda or early elections before 2029. www.jawapos.com · bengkulu.tribunnews.com · www.viva.co.id
- [● 3 SOURCES] The discussion with Joko Widodo was an internal gathering intended to provide input for the improvement of the nation via President Prabowo Subianto. bengkulu.tribunnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gerindra Party Semarang Chairman Joko Santoso criticized the remarks for potentially causing political unrest and violating constitutional norms. halosemarang.id
- [● 3 SOURCES] Projo DPP clarified that the viral video was an incomplete recording and did not represent the full context of the discussion. bengkulu.tribunnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Exponen 08 Chairman M. Damar described the political statements as lacking empathy given the ongoing natural disasters in Indonesia. www.jpnn.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Budi Arie Setiadi stated that his remarks were personal views and not connected to Joko Widodo. www.jawapos.com · www.viva.co.id
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Legislator TB Hasanuddin noted that accelerated elections are a parliamentary concept, whereas Indonesia uses a presidential system. www.rri.co.id
- [● 2 SOURCES] Budi Arie Setiadi issued a formal apology for his comments regarding the potential acceleration of the political timeline. www.jawapos.com · www.viva.co.id