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Rattapoom quits Palang Pracharath over extortion scandal

10 Sept 20:58 Key points summarised by AI

Former actor Rattapoom Tokongsup resigned from the Palang Pracharath party on November 15, following his implication in an extortion case.
The party's secretary-general confirmed Rattapoom's departure, emphasizing that the case is a personal matter unrelated to the party.
Co-suspect Krit-anong Suwannawong was brought to court for further detention, denying all charges while publicly pleading for her children's privacy.
Both Rattapoom and Krit-anong face accusations of extorting approximately 20 million baht from an iCon Group executive for a talk show appearance, with Krit-anong also accused of extorting an additional 750,000 baht from the iCon Group CEO.

18 Oct 12:30 Key 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.