It has been reported that Özgür Özel and his supporters, who reportedly could not reconcile with Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu and his team after the absolute annulment decision took over the CHP leadership, are considering a new party option. The efforts on this front are said to have reached the final stage.
The report also highlights that within Özel's team, there is a view against abandoning the 103-year-old CHP brand. This approach is being discussed alongside the possibility of establishing a new political structure.
The new party option is also expected to pose challenges for CHP-affiliated mayors. It is expressed that mayors are concerned about potential divisions in councils and the risk of becoming unable to function effectively.
One of the biggest challenges for the potential party is anticipated to be financing. A structure that cannot benefit from the treasury aid received by CHP would face significant handicaps in terms of organization and election campaigns.
The report also mentions that the new party could face legal problems. There is speculation that the parliamentary immunity of deputies leaving CHP might be lifted.
The debate appears to revolve around internal party disagreements, institutional identity, and possible political costs. Evaluations regarding the new party option are said to have made the tension within CHP more visible.