Suchat Choomklin Files Additional Complaint Against Ice Ratchanok Over Continued Defamatory Posts; Lawyer Denies Censorship Lawsuit

On May 22, 2026, at Thonglor Police Station, lawyer Nathawut Wongniam representing Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchat Choomklin filed additional charges against Ratchanok Srinork ("Ice"), a Pheu Thai party list MP. A previous complaint was filed on May 17 regarding social media posts that allegedly defamed the minister. Although Ice did not mention Suchat by name, the lawyer argues her posts contained derogatory remarks such as "evil person" and "low conduct" that distorted facts and damaged his reputation.

The lawyer stated that Suchat passed constitutional vetting upon assuming ministerial office and has no serious ethical violations, making legal action necessary to protect his reputation. Separately, authorities are investigating an AI-generated video account called "Khun Murf Chatter" that manipulated Suchat's image in clips viewed over 3 million times.

Additionally, legal teams are reviewing posts by Ratchanok allegedly referencing the monarchy through the "Sod Sroai Mala" poem, as well as her sharing of information about government officials and politicians, to determine if they violate laws. Other Pheu Thai MPs may also face legal action if wrongdoing is found. The lawyer stressed this is lawful action, not a silencing lawsuit, and warned the public to exercise caution when sharing information, as spreading false data could violate the Computer Crimes Act.

The cases against Ratchanok include four primary charges: posts about "evil person governing the city-taking bribes," posts about "low and disgraceful conduct," allegations of election fraud comments, and posts during a debate about the Social Security Office's SKYY9 building purchase. Most charges involve defamation by advertising and Computer Crimes Act violations, except the SKYY9 case which carries specific defamation charges. All cases remain under investigation with no final court judgment yet.