Senator Calls for Electoral Commission Investigation Into Orange-Faction Senators

Senator Pisistitdet Aphiwattanapongse, speaking as spokesperson for the Senate Special Committee on Administrative Affairs, addressed public dissatisfaction with the Electoral Commission's decision to refer charges against only some senators involved in the Senate election fraud case. He stated that while public satisfaction or dissatisfaction cannot be determined, the nation must adhere to the law and constitutional rules rather than mob rule or self-imposed standards. The Electoral Commission has ruled that 26 senators must be referred to the Supreme Court, and he appealed for public respect for legal processes. He confirmed the full cooperation of his faction throughout the proceedings.

When asked about concerns regarding information disclosure by iLaw and the People's Party, despite the Electoral Commission not revealing witness identities, Pisistitdet said that data disclosure had been ongoing for two months and concerns should focus on whether the information complies with law. He emphasized that the Electoral Commission's discretion is paramount, noting that the Special Investigation Department has little direct involvement as the Electoral Commission managed the entire Senate election process.

Regarding reports of three additional documents related to the Orange faction senators that may not yet be before the Electoral Commission, Pisistitdet called on the Commission to act swiftly and fairly, noting his faction's full cooperation. He mentioned that 15 senators participated in the Senate press roadshow event, while senators Daeng Kong Maa and Sampan Palaksak cancelled their attendance for reasons he did not clarify, speculating they may have wanted to avoid press coverage, possibly due to pending Supreme Court proceedings. When pressed, he acknowledged they may be preparing their court defense.