Penang Bersatu reps to mount legal challenge if motion filed to vacate seats

Susan LoonePublished: May 29, 2020 9:34 AM | Updated: May 29, 2020 9:54 AM

The two Bersatu assemblypersons who shifted their loyalty from Pakatan Harapan to Perikatan Nasional vowed not to remain quiet if forced to vacate their seats.

Bertam assemblyperson Khaliq Mehtab Mohd Ishaq said he would mount a legal challenge when Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow files a motion in the state legislative assembly to compel him to vacate his seat.

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