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Minister Challenges PDIP’s Hasto to Produce Video of Alleged Corruption in High Places

In a recent development, Minister of Secretariat (Mensesneg) Prasetyo Hadi has responded to claims made by PDIP’s Secretary General, Hasto Kristiyanto, who has allegedly been in possession of a video showing corruption among high-ranking officials, threatening to release it soon. In a surprise turn of events, the Minister has entreated Hasto to present the video if it indeed exists.

"Oh yes, is there such a video? If it exists, please present it," Prasetyo said during an event at the Indonesia Arena GBK in Jakarta on Saturday (December 28, 2024). "Everything boils down to facts supported by law. It’s all about legal facts."

Earlier, PDI Perjuangan’s spokesperson, Guntur Romli, had defended Hasto from accusations of panicking after being named a suspect by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). Guntur found KPK’s current leadership to be questionable, implying that they were chosen under the influence of President Joko Widodo (Jokowi).

"Those who are currently overseeing the KPK are ‘ools’, choosing to ‘manipulate’ with someone else’s hand," Guntur told detikNews on Friday (December 27, 2024). He further noted that Jokowi still has significant influence over key political figures, stating, "Now, consider the public’s opinion. Take social media, for example. How deferential is Pak Prabowo to Jokowi?"

Guntur also mentioned that Hasto is in possession of several videos related to the ‘three periods’ controversy, which he claims will be released soon. Furthermore, he hinted at another video with explosive content, pertaining to former Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan, implying a scandal larger than the Watergate affair in the United States.

"If Hasto is indeed so loyal to his party and president, why doesn’t he just release the videos already?" Prasetyo responded to Guntur’s comments, challenging Hasto to produce the evidence he claims to have. "If there’s a video, present it. We’ll be waiting."

This latest exchange comes amidst ongoing speculation and debate surrounding the political landscape in Indonesia, with the upcoming presidential election in 2024 adding fuel to the fire. As the nation awaits Hasto’s next move, the question remains: what explosive revelations might these mysterious videos hold? Only time will tell.

PDI Perjuangan Defends Former Sekjen Hasto Kristiyanto Amidst Corruption Case

In a recent turn of events, Jokowi's Stance on the 12% PPN Tax Bill"</strong></p>”>Guntur Romli, the Spokesperson (Jubir) of PDI Perjuangan, has come out in support of former Sekjen PDIP Hasto Kristiyanto, who has been named a suspect in a corruption case by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). Romli dismissed suggestions that Hasto’s mention of the three-period debate while facing corruption allegations was a panicked move, instead attributing it to the influence of the current presidential administration.

"Using the Javanese phrase ‘nabok nilih tangan,’ Hasto was accused using someone else’s hand. The leadership of KPK today was selected and chosen during whose era? The high-ranking officials, especially the enforcers of the law, who chose and appointed them? The influence of Jokowi is still very strong," Romli stated on Friday (27/12/2024).

Hasto, following his nomination as a suspect, has recently been in the spotlight for touching on the three-period debate, suggesting that President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) indeed aims for a third consecutive term. Romli, however, believes that the current administration still bears the influence of the previous Jokowi era.

"Presidents change, but ‘Jokowi’s people’ remain in power. Hasto possesses a number of videos relevant to the three-period issue and plans to release them," Romli added.

Interestingly, Hasto is also alleged to have video evidence of significant impact, including claims of orchestrated attempts to criminalize former DKI Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan. Guntur expects these revelations to cause a magnitude of scandal comparable to the Watergate case in the United States.

Meanwhile, Chairman of Jokowi Mania (Joman), Immanuel Ebenezer (Noel), responded to Hasto’s previous statements regarding the three-period debate. Noel believes Hasto’s comments were a result of panic following his nomination as a suspect.

"The issue of a third period is over, and we’ve already made it clear that we reject the idea. It’s not just Hasto; we’re all against it," Noel told reporters. "Hasto’s comments might have been caused by panic because he suddenly became a suspect."

Noel also emphasized that the election has already taken place, making the issue of a third term irrelevant. Moreover, President Joko Widodo has reportedly distanced himself from the three-period notion, attributing such claims to political groups seeking attention.

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