Seripisut fiercely criticized the Election Commission for scrapping eight well-maintained Mercedes-Benz cars to fund new purchases for the incoming board, accusing them of failing to realize that the money comes from the hard-earned sweat of the people.
On 23 June 2026 at the Election Commission office, Police General Seripisut Temiyavet, a party-list MP and leader of the Seri Ruam Thai Party, gave a forceful interview after providing testimony to the Election Commission's investigative unit. He exposed the Commission's excessive and wasteful use of the national budget, saying that as he ascended the building to give his statement, he noticed a large pile of chairs, desks, and office equipment that looked almost new. Initially, he thought these were newly ordered items, but upon asking staff, he was shocked to learn they were old items about to be auctioned off.
Seripisut added that officials informed him it was not only the furniture but also eight luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicles assigned to the Election Commission, all in excellent condition, that were slated for disposal and auction. This was to clear the way for budget approval to purchase brand-new Mercedes-Benz cars and to repaint the entire office in preparation for the incoming Election Commission board.
"I feel deeply regretful about the taxpayers' money being squandered like this. Is the Election Commission completely unaware that these desks, chairs, and luxury cars all come from the hard-earned tax money of the people?" Seripisut said angrily.
He concluded by saying that such behavior reflects the flawed values of an independent organization that believes whenever a new administration takes office, everything—from the office furnishings to official vehicles—must be completely replaced to please the newcomers, without considering cost-effectiveness or the country's fiscal condition.
"Just because a new Election Commission board arrives, it doesn't mean they must have brand-new Mercedes-Benz cars and repaint the entire office. This is unacceptable. I urge all Election Commission executives and those involved to reflect on the people's hardships rather than recklessly spending the national budget for their own convenience," Seripisut said.