Preliminary Investigation Commission for Kostas Karamanlis: A Chapter Closes for the Government

In the early hours of the morning, following a marathon session, Parliament approved the establishment of a Preliminary Investigation Commission for Kostas Karamanlis based on the proposal by New Democracy concerning the Tempi tragedy. As the case moves into the hands of the Justice system to investigate any responsibilities related to the former Minister of Transport, Kostas Karamanlis, a long chapter closes and another opens, according to government officials. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is launching a new cycle of visits, starting with Western Thessaloniki, while the government focuses on positive agendas such as easing burdens on households and businesses and resolving chronic issues affecting citizens’ daily lives. The timeline for New Democracy to regain lost popularity after the Tempi tragedy points towards September and the DEH, when the prime minister will announce a new package of measures supporting the middle class. Despite criticism from opposition parties, Mitsotakis defended his decision to appear before Parliament, emphasizing that he would not legitimize personal accusations against him, particularly the charge of ‘ultimate betrayal.’ He criticized what he called an ‘unacceptable process,’ yet acknowledged the opportunity to highlight the ‘alliance of extremes’ involving figures like Konstantopoulou, Velopoulos, and others. The prime minister reaffirmed that political immorality unites extremes, regardless of their ideological differences.