Will disciplinary action be taken against Rubin Balang for campaigning for his son?

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Disciplinary Action Pending for Rubin Balang Amidst Son's Independent Candidacy in Tenom

Disciplinary action may be taken against Datuk Rubin Balang, the chief of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia’s Tenom division, if investigations confirm he was campaigning for his son, Riduan, an independent candidate for the Tenom parliamentary seat. Sabah Chief Minister and Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) chairman Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor stated that the party is reviewing the situation to determine if any offense against the coalition has occurred.
Investigation Based on Thorough Report

Hajiji indicated that decisions will be based on a comprehensive report rather than solely on photographic evidence. While acknowledging the existence of photographs, he clarified that further investigation is required to ascertain Rubin's exact involvement. The need for a thorough report underscores a commitment to fairness before any definitive action is pursued.
Son's Resignation and Independent Candidacy

Riduan, formerly the Youth chief of Bersatu’s Tenom division, resigned from the party before Nomination Day to contest as an independent candidate. He has also submitted an application to join Parti Kesejahteraan Demokratik Masyarakat (PKDM). This move by his son is central to the ongoing review of Rubin's potential breach of party or coalition guidelines.
Allegations of Contravening Electoral Pact

Rubin Balang was reportedly interested in contesting the Tenom seat himself, but it was allocated to Umno as part of the GRS-BN electoral pact. Sabah BN chairman Datuk Bung Moktar has urged GRS to take action against Rubin, alleging that his involvement in his son's campaign contravenes the electoral pact and jeopardizes inter-coalition goodwill.

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