Rangsitman Rom challenged Supachai Jaisamut to name which Palang Prachachon Party MPs are involved in forming the Senate, accusing him of deflecting and spreading the 'orange senators' rhetoric. He added that he does not understand why provinces with many 'blue senators' often also have widespread local exam corruption.
On 30 Jul 2026 GMT+7, Rangsitman Rom, a party-list MP of the Palang Prachachon Party, spoke about Supachai Jaisamut, a party-list MP of Bhumjaithai Party, who called on the Election Commission to investigate the conduct of 'senate collusion' involving the so-called 'orange senators' forming voting blocs in 2024. Rangsitman said that first, they do not control state power, so regarding investigations, Bhumjaithai, which controls state power, can carry out such investigations. So far, it seems Bhumjaithai is using state power to focus on scrutinizing Palang Prachachon. They have no problem with that, but making claims about connections is a way to deflect attention. Society is watching the Senate election fraud issue, which seems to involve people from Bhumjaithai.
He added that trying to drag Palang Prachachon into this is a waste of time. They should spend that time answering questions from Parit Wacharasindhu, a party-list MP of Palang Prachachon, and Yingcheep Atchanon, director of the Internet Law Project (iLaw), regarding Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and the Interior Minister dining at the Pullman Hotel. He said it would be better to clarify that issue rather than using rhetoric to divert attention to this matter, which serves no benefit.
"What society should expect from those in power is to clarify whether there was Senate collusion, to investigate thoroughly, and to act based on evidence. From what I know, there is evidence including video clips and financial trails. The question is whether anyone will be held accountable. Senate election fraud should not end with collusion within the justice system. I hope that will not happen," Rangsitman said. .
When asked about Supachai's use of the term 'orange senators' connected with fraud and linking Senator Thewarit Maneechai, Rangsitman said first, there is no factual evidence that Palang Prachachon people are involved in Senate formation. If Supachai believes otherwise, he should openly name which MPs were involved in Senate elections. He stressed the need to distinguish clearly between Senate election fraud and candidate introductions, as the latter is not the same as fraud. He noted that fraud concerns vote results, and a scholar recently posted about vote groups that are definitely fraudulent. Examining names and vote results, including financial trails, can clarify this.
"So do not assume others are like you, as Supachai seems to do. On the contrary, Yingcheep has specified names involved in 'blue senator' fraud within Bhumjaithai. Therefore, Supachai should clearly say which Palang Prachachon members are involved in similar acts, specify what, where, whether financial trails or color-coded groups exist. Be clear rather than speaking to twist the narrative and shift blame to Palang Prachachon, which is conducting oversight," Rangsitman said. .
When pressed whether Palang Prachachon MPs are ready for full investigation if named by Supachai, Rangsitman said readiness is not the issue. If anyone is accused, the other side should fully investigate. However, no evidence exists now. Supachai holds state power and access to evidence, yet only claims there is one photo showing Senator Thewarit attending a meeting before alleging similar fraud as 'blue senators.' Evidence should clarify differences between that group and the 'blue' group. The extent of 'blue senator' fraud is well known, including financial trails. Today's information confirms 'blue senator' fraud. What they want to see is justice working, regardless of whether the accused holds ministerial or prime ministerial positions, everyone must face legal proceedings.
Rangsitman observed an interesting point: provinces with many 'blue senators' often also have high levels of local exam fraud, such as Satun and Buriram provinces. He finds this connection between local exam fraud and Senate election fraud intriguing. Currently, Palang Prachachon is closely monitoring and investigating this matter and plans to disclose information and use parliamentary committees for full examination.
Asked whether they have formally submitted investigations to relevant organizations or must first go through parliamentary committees, Rangsitman said the problem is not whether organizations have received information—they already have it all. The issue is when justice will occur. Palang Prachachon feels compelled to play a role ensuring justice is served properly through parliamentary mechanisms.