Bangkok: Bhumjaithai Party has formally requested a postponement in acknowledging charges related to a collusion case with senators until June 30, 2025, before moving forward with a lawsuit against the Election Commission. The party emphasized its readiness to contest the allegations, declaring confidence in its leadership and members.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Nan Bunthida Somchai, spokesperson for the Bhumjaithai Party, provided updates on the lawsuit against the 26th Investigation and Inquiry Committee of the Election Commission. She noted that all individuals summoned, from the party leader to executives and MPs, have been identified. The Bhumjaithai Party has submitted a request to delay the clarification process until June 30, 2025, but the decision rests with the Election Commission. The summons lacked specific details and evidence, necessitating the request for postponement.
Ms. Nan Bunthida pointed out inconsistencies in the summons documents, noting that the content was identical for all recipients, with only the names altered. Typically, the Election Commission would provide details such as time, place, and specific actions. Some documents appeared inconsistent, with mismatched names, yet all recipients received copies from both central and provincial Election Commission offices.
When questioned about potential involvement in collusion with senators, including Newin Chidchob, president of Buriram United Club, Ms. Nan Bunthida suggested that the Bhumjaithai Party has been unfairly drawn into a political game. The party remains confident in defending its leaders and members against the accusations. The party leader previously indicated that the situation resembled a political maneuver, as the accusations targeted an entire group rather than individuals.
Responding to concerns about public perception, Ms. Nan Bunthida explained that previous communications used abbreviations or nicknames without specifying party names. However, the current case explicitly names the Bhumjaithai Party. Activists, including Mr. Nattaporn Toprayoon and former senator candidate Kusumalawati Sirikomut, have already initiated legal action. The party awaits further developments and evidence presentation by the Election Commission.
When asked if the case aimed to destabilize the Bhumjaithai Party, Ms. Nan Bunthida reiterated the leader's stance, describing the situation as a concerted political effort targeting party executives. She affirmed the party's readiness to contest the charges, expressing unwavering confidence in their position.