Constitutionally, Gibran Resigns Honorably

By resigning, the DPR's efforts to initiate a statement of opinion for impeachment lose their object, rendering them uncontinuable.

In this context, Gibran recognizes that public office is a mandate anchored in moral and ethical values.

When his position was questioned, he did not fiercely defend it; rather, he set an example that, even if legally he has not been fully declared guilty, moral and ethical awareness guided him to honor President Prabowo's government.

Resigning honorably demonstrates moral maturity and acknowledges that the legitimacy of the position, although still debated, should not sacrifice the interests of the nation and state.

In the tradition of republican ethics, the power of an official lies not in the ability to endure by any means but in the courage to submit to moral and ethical values.

Gibran's choice separates past procedural errors from current political responsibilities and hands over the continuation of governance to the mechanisms provided by the Constitution.

Public debate has long been muddled with administrative disputes, political issues, and criminal allegations. Many conflate the annulment of the certification with a guilty verdict. This confusion harms and undermines the perception of justice, widening polarization.

This misunderstanding of the law is what ultimately creates public bewilderment.

Questions arise as to whether Gibran is guilty or merely a victim of the state's administrative mistakes.

This debate is not entirely settled. However, I wish to emphasize that there is no ruling stating Gibran is guilty. Regarding his resignation, it reflects a significant ethical and moral awareness on Gibran's part.

Gibran prefers to end this controversy to restore trust in the government and the presidential institution rather than forcing himself to retain his position.

Therefore, Gibran's stance is a noble one that we should exemplify in our national life.

For Government Stability

Politically, calls for his resignation have come from various factions in the DPR RI. Parliamentary parties such as PKS, Democrats, PKB, PAN, Gerindra, PDIP, Golkar, and Nasdem view resignation as the most elegant way to end the controversy without a lengthy impeachment process.

On the other hand, DPR leadership and some coalition members emphasize the respect for the mechanism and Gibran's right to make his own decision. In this context, an honorable resignation preserves the stability of Prabowo's government.

This also avoids the precedent that a Vice President can fall solely due to political pressure or media framing, simultaneously closing the loophole for Article 7B, which could consume significant resources for the nation.