Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Arrest warrant issued for Move Forward MP over controversial censure debate claims
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Arrest warrant issued for Move Forward MP over controversial censure debate claims
13 Sept 05:25Key points summarised by AI
An arrest warrant targets Move Forward MP Rangsiman Rome for failing to appear on criminal defamation charges stemming from his 2020 censure debate claims against Deputy PM Prawit Wongsuwan.
Rangsiman deems the warrant "illegitimate," citing parliamentary immunity for the first summons and a denied rescheduling request for the second, while alleging a plot to oust him.
He warns that even a single day of imprisonment could lead to the loss of his parliamentary status, as per constitutional rules for MPs.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
18 Oct 12:30Key points summarised by AI
A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.