The ruling coalition, already fragile after the departure of a conservative ally, is feeling the strain with her current approval rating plummeting to just 9.2%. As the court deliberates, Paetongtarn must present her defense against allegations of undermining national interests. Meanwhile, her deputy will step in as acting prime minister, while she remains a minister in the cabinet. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges of Thai political dynamics, particularly concerning the influential Shinawatra family.