Nathapong urges fair legal action after gov spokesman post
People's Party leader Nathapong Ruangpanyawut responded on Oct 31, 2026, questioning the PM's selective lawsuits against political opponents and urging equal justice.
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- Nathapong Ruangpanyawut responds to government spokesman over Rukchanok's case
- Questions whether the Prime Minister selectively sues political opponents
- Demands equal and non-discriminatory handling of all legal cases by officials
- Emphasizes that public figures must tolerate criticism with maturity
On October 31, 2026, Mr. Nathapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, responded to comments made by Mr. Ekapop Pianpises, the Prime Minister's Office spokesperson. The spokesperson had previously posted regarding Nathapong's Oct 30 interview, which allegedly defended MP Ms. Rukchanok Srinork after she shared a fake bank transfer slip sent to the Prime Minister's account from the page "godd dam".
Nathapong stated that online information involves a mix of individuals who intentionally attack and those who merely share news, requiring authorities to evaluate each case individually rather than generalizing.
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When opposition politicians question executive legal actions, it highlights ongoing debates regarding checks and balances, freedom of expression, and the potential chilling effect of defamation lawsuits filed by high-ranking officials against critics and political rivals.
The opposition leader further questioned whether the government and the Prime Minister filed lawsuits against everyone involved, noting instead that legal action appeared selectively targeted at specific individuals belonging to opposing political factions, suggesting political motivations behind the moves.
"I think the Prime Minister and politicians who are public figures should have more maturity and patience."
Nathapong Ruangpanyawut
Nathapong expressed concern that such actions might deter ordinary citizens from criticizing those in power. He concluded by urging state officials to handle all legal cases fairly and equally, avoiding situations where certain cases move exceptionally fast while others stall.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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