Rangsiman Rom to Sue Election Commission Under Section 157
Rangsiman Rom, People's Party MP, confirms legal action against the EC on Sept 19, 2026, at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre over Senate collusion.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- People's Party MP Rangsiman Rom confirms plans to sue the Election Commission under Section 157.
- Questions whether the EC's handling of the orange senators case is official duty or retaliation.
- Emphasizes that there is substantial evidence obtained from the Department of Special Investigation.
- Made the remarks at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre on September 19, 2026.
Rangsiman Rom, list-MP and deputy leader of the People's Party, has firmly announced his intention to proceed with a lawsuit against the Election Commission (EC) under Section 157 of the Criminal Code. This move comes as the EC prepares to review the legal dossiers regarding the alleged Senate election collusion involving the orange faction, with the statements made on September 19, 2026, at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre.
During his press interview, the opposition politician raised serious concerns regarding the motives behind the EC's actions. He questioned whether their performance stems from genuine official duty or acts as a form of retaliation and fabrication to get back at him after he previously exposed details about the orange senators. He also cautioned against any potential bias that might lead to the emergence of a politically colored EC.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
Section 157 of the Thai Criminal Code penalizes state officials for malfeasance or abuse of authority causing damage to others or dishonest execution of duties. Opposition politicians utilizing this legal mechanism against independent agencies highlights intense political friction and checks and balances, particularly over high-profile Senate election rigging allegations where the People's Party has closely monitored and utilized evidence from investigative bodies.
The opposition deputy leader stressed that all parties should currently focus strictly on concrete evidence. He noted that instead of deflecting with claims about various colored senators, a clear distinction must be drawn between normal social interactions involving EC officials and severe offenses involving cash payments referencing high institutions, which represent critical matters demanding transparency.
Furthermore, Rom urged the Election Commission to demonstrate diligence in prosecuting the organized network involved in the Senate rigging conspiracy, particularly targeting groups backed by concrete evidence primarily originating from the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) files, which the opposition has continuously raised to demand strict accountability.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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