Thai Sang Thai Party to Expel MP Amid Allegations of Defection

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In a dramatic political twist, the Thai Sang Thai (TST) Party is preparing to expel Yasothon MP Supaporn Salapsri for repeatedly defying party directives and interacting with rival factions. This decision comes after an ethics panel, chaired by prominent members Khunying Sudarat Keyurapan and Pokin Polakul, found Supaporn guilty of voting against the party’s stance and attending another party's activities without explanation.

 

Supaporn, a relatively new face in politics, was accused of actions that the committee believes could harm the party's reputation and mislead the public. The panel issued a stern warning, noting that her behaviour might create suspicions of secretive deals.

 

Despite being summoned twice to justify her actions, Supaporn chose to remain silent, offering no defence. Consequently, the committee recommended her immediate expulsion for breaching the party's ethical code. This recommendation now awaits approval from discipline chief Pokin Polakul and the party's executive board.

 

In addition to Supaporn, the party is also investigating five other MPs—Thakorn Tanthasit, Chatchawal Paetyathai, Rampoon Tantiwanitchanon, Rang Thurapol, and Adisak Kaewmongkolsap—who are under scrutiny for their recent support of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. This unexpected support has caused a stir within TST ranks, with leader Khunying Sudarat slamming it as a blatant violation of party ethics and policies.

 

However, Thakorn Tanthasit defended the group's actions, claiming the move aimed to resolve a political deadlock and insisting that no covert deals were involved. The situation continues to develop as the party navigates through this period of internal conflict and intrigue.

 

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-- 2024-08-22

 

 

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[dinsdale]

PTP bribing rival politicians.....again/still.