Abhisit Defends Yingcheep Amid Lawsuit Allegations
Democratic Party leader Abhisit Vejjajiva defended disclosure of nine politicians linked to a Parliament speaker election corruption case, arguing public figures should clarify their actions rather than sue those who revealed information al
On July 25, 2025, at Parliament, Abhisit Vejjajiva, Democratic Party leader and list MP, addressed the controversy surrounding politicians filing a lawsuit against Yingcheep Akaranont, director of the Internet Law project (ILaw), following the disclosure of nine names linked to the Parliament speaker election case.
Abhisit argued that no one wants to face legal action, and the disclosed information comes from Election Commission complaints that are already known at high levels, including among prosecutors and the DSI (Department of Special Investigation). He stated that public figures should offer clarification rather than face prosecution, noting current public concern that the Election Commission's special inquiry panel's preliminary finding of no wrongdoing contradicts the substantial evidence previously presented, including financial trails, hotel records, and vote-buying photographs.
Abhisit added that even if false accusations are proven, legal remedies exist, but he believes those who disclosed the information did so not for entertainment but based on official agency investigations. Those accused must clarify their whereabouts and activities on relevant dates. The disclosed information is already known to prosecutors and the DSI, which identified seven groups of involved parties, including politicians and political parties who interfered.
When asked whether government coalition members filing the complaint constitutes harassment or an attempt to silence critics, Abhisit stated it is their right, but public figures deserve accountability. He argued that lawsuits intended to intimidate or create fear about transparency constitute misconduct.
