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Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung resigns over PKR suspension
Lee Chean Chung has stepped down as Member of Parliament for Petaling Jaya, citing his refusal to remain silent over his suspension from PKR. The resignation takes immediate effect.
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PETALING JAYA — Lee Chean Chung has resigned from his position as Member of Parliament for Petaling Jaya, effective immediately, in protest against his suspension from the PKR party.
The legislator announced his decision on Wednesday, stating he would not "sit silently" in response to party disciplinary action against him. Lee's resignation marks a significant departure from the ruling coalition as tensions simmer within PKR's ranks.
His resignation comes amid mounting friction between party leadership and members over internal governance and disciplinary procedures. Lee's decision to step down rather than maintain his parliamentary seat underscores the depth of his disagreement with the party's handling of his case.
The move is expected to trigger a by-election in the Petaling Jaya constituency. Lee's departure represents a setback for PKR in one of the party's traditional strongholds in the Klang Valley region.
Lee's resignation adds to recent challenges facing the coalition government, with several lawmakers having previously cited internal party disputes as reasons for stepping down from their positions.