Politics
Deputy Interior Minister Addresses Father’s Involvement in Senate Selection Case
Deputy Interior Minister Worasit Leangprasit has responded to reports that his father, Somkiat Leangprasit, is among 77 individuals charged by the Election Commission regarding alleged collusion in the Senate selection process.
On September 15, 2026, Deputy Interior Minister Worasit Leangprasit addressed media inquiries at Government House regarding the Election Commission’s (EC) decision to prosecute 77 individuals accused of colluding in the recent Senate selection. Among those named is his father, Somkiat Leangprasit.
Worasit stated that he has discussed the matter with his father, noting that Somkiat remains calm and is prepared to prove his innocence through the legal process. The Deputy Minister emphasized that the Bhumjaithai Party’s executive committee never discussed Senate selection matters, questioning the basis of allegations made by external groups like iLaw. He maintained that his family has consistently operated within established regulations and currently has no plans to file counter-lawsuits, preferring to focus on clarifying the facts during the upcoming legal proceedings.
For residents and visitors, this development highlights ongoing scrutiny within Thailand’s political landscape regarding the integrity of the Senate selection process. While the situation is currently a legal matter involving specific individuals, it reflects broader tensions regarding electoral transparency. It remains to be confirmed how the judicial process will unfold and whether these charges will impact the political standing of those involved or lead to further investigations into the selection procedures.
