Bangkok: Parit Wacharasindhu, a party-list MP and deputy leader of the People's Party, has unveiled the People's Party's draft constitution, set to be submitted this week. He also expressed hope that the Election Commission will forward the collusion case involving senators to the court for judgment.

According to Thai News Agency, Parit explained the concept of the "blue regime," referring to political groups that exploit loopholes in the 2017 Constitution. These loopholes permit the self-selection of Senators, bypassing public accountability, and allowing these political groups to dominate the Senate. Regarding the Bhumjaithai Party's proposed new constitution, Parit sees it as either an obstruction to maintain the 2017 Constitution or a means to monopolize the drafting process and its content if a new constitution becomes necessary.

Parit highlighted that the Bhumjaithai Party's constitutional amendment proposal, requiring a two-thirds Senate majority for approval, aims to retain control in the Senate, contrary to public opinion since the current Senate is not directly elected. He questioned whether the Bhumjaithai Party believes it can secure such a majority. The People's Party plans to submit two constitutional amendment drafts this week, emphasizing public participation and preventing monopolies, while avoiding special Senate powers in content decisions.

The issue of 89 senators opposing the "blue regime" has drawn public attention, as 130 senators are mentioned in the Election Commission's (EC) investigation committee report. The committee has decided to send the case to court, prosecuting 229 accused in the Senate collusion case. The coming month is anticipated as a pivotal moment in this case.

The Election Commission's evidence, compiled by the 26th investigative committee, appears strong enough to refer the case to court. Publicly available evidence suggests that identical Senate election ballots indicate collusion. It is expected that the case file includes further evidence, such as organized gatherings, travel plans, financial transactions, and hiring for pre-written ballot voting.

If the Election Commission decides against pursuing court action, it may contradict public opinion, raising questions about the involvement of four commissioners approved by the Senators under investigation. The public awaits the Election Commission's decision on these issues.