Syed Jaymal Zahiid and Rahmah Ghazali

The PM's discretionary power in re-appointing commissioners is one of the reasons why an international committee on human rights recommended that Suhakam be downgraded.

The deputy premier dismisses speculation that the overseas trip for BN MPs is to thwart the Sept 16 takeover threat. Moreover, the trip is not compulsory.

Though the Hindraf leader has been extremely critical towards the government, he does not deserve to have his passport revoked, says MIC.