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AK Parti political and constitutional maneuvering

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The AK Parti is navigating internal political shifts and efforts to secure legislative power in Turkey. Initially, the party focused on strategies to pass constitutional changes without a referendum by seeking a 400-vote supermajority in the Grand National Assembly. This involved potential deputy transfers from the İYİ Parti and YENİ Parti, as well as potential political alignments with Saadet Partisi. Following these developments, the political landscape shifted toward internal restructuring due to a fund investigation involving allegations of illicit gains by 214 individuals. This investigation has prompted discussions within the AK Parti regarding a possible cabinet reshuffle, changes to high-level bureaucracy, or an extraordinary party congress. The party is reportedly weighing several scenarios, including a comprehensive overhaul followed by early elections or maintaining the current administration until 2028. Some officials have characterized these potential leadership renewals as a need for ‘cleansing’ and ‘purification’ to address ongoing controversies. Political tensions have intensified as the DEM Party proposed seven measures to address the capital market fund crisis, including establishing a parliamentary commission, freezing assets of those responsible, and holding bureaucrats and politicians accountable for public losses. The DEM Party also criticized a government proposal that limits compensation to 1 million lira and makes payments contingent on available funds. In response to the investigation, discussions regarding large-scale changes to the cabinet and bureaucracy continue, with reports suggesting potential leadership changes in the Labor, Trade, and Finance ministries. Additionally, members of the YENİ Party have criticized the government for withholding lists of individuals involved in the irregularities. Concurrently, the government is reportedly considering new formulas for retiree pension increases in January to address public dissatisfaction.

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