Perak DAP calls for investigation into Umno crossovers


Abdul Aziz Bari says the law does not prohibit the crossover of elected representatives from the opposition to the government, but it is still not good from an ethical point of view. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, October 29, 2018.

PERAK DAP has called on the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to investigate a claim that 40 MPs may leave Umno and join Bersatu to avoid having to face the possibility of corruption charges.

Its vice-chairman, Abdul Aziz Bari, said it was a matter of concern, especially if there were offers of positions and such.


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  • Put all 40 MPs on probation for the next six months - sufficient time to investigate them and assess their capabilities, contributions, etc. Those who fail to are the cut can be dropped after the 6 months.. Take it or leave it offer..

    Posted 5 years ago by TTs Take

  • Good, now we'll see if the MACC is really independent or if PH is just BN 2.0...

    Posted 5 years ago by Anak Kampung

  • Careful, be vigilant lest the incoming rot is difficult to shake off, and it spreads somehow. Better to be patient & bide your time?..

    Posted 5 years ago by MELVILLE JAYATHISSA