President Nicușor Dan explained why he decided to dismiss Ludovic Orban from the position of presidential advisor: "It is not possible for the president to say one thing in the morning at the press conference and in the evening for his advisor to say exactly the opposite on television."

President Nicușor Dan explained the reasons for which he released Ludovic Orban from the position of presidential advisor, emphasizing that there cannot be a discrepancy between his statements and those of the advisor. Dan stated that Orban publicly contradicted his positions, which led to the decision to terminate the collaboration. In a broadcast, Dan mentioned that Orban was directly informed about this decision, contrary to speculations that he would have learned about it from the press. On the other hand, Ludovic Orban stated that he had no conflicts with Nicușor Dan and that he was not criticized for his activity. Orban acknowledged that there was a discussion regarding the use of the president's image in the electoral campaign, but insisted that there was no real dispute. He appreciated his experience at Cotroceni and emphasized the importance of an open relationship between state institutions and citizens. The decision to end the collaboration was announced on October 18, being described as amicable.