Opposition Leader Urges PM to Answer Questions, Not Sue Critic
Opposition whip Priset Wattharasindhoo called on the PM and ministers to answer questions about alleged vote-buying and meeting with senators rather than pursue lawsuits against their accusers.
On July 22, opposition whip Priset Wattharasindhoo spoke at Parliament about plans by Bhumjaithai Party to sue iLaw director Yingluck Achananon, who revealed nine Bhumjaithai politicians in alleged vote-buying scheme allegations on July 21. Priset said the PM and relevant ministers should answer specific questions rather than pursue lawsuits. He cited allegations that the PM met with senators regarding the election of Senate leadership, arguing the PM should simply clarify whether he attended the hotel meeting and what was discussed. Priset raised similar points about Deputy PM Somsakdi Thongsree and former MP Supchai Pothisu, saying all three should provide factual clarifications instead of suing their accusers. Priset stressed that independent investigation agencies—the Election Commission and DSI—are better positioned to verify claims through hotel CCTV footage and telephone records. He argued that regardless of age, officials must respond to allegations transparently. When asked if the lawsuit amounts to intimidation, Priset stated that people can judge the government's intentions; if officials are innocent, they need only confirm the facts.
