On July 8, Thailand held elections for the House of Representatives, with the conservative ruling party, the Thai Honor Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin, showing a strong lead over opposition parties, particularly the progressive National Party. According to unofficial counts by the Election Commission, the Thai Honor Party was on track to win around 180 out of 400 constituencies, while the National Party was estimated to be around 80 seats. Neither party, however, is expected to achieve an outright majority, leading to significant attention on potential coalition talks in the aftermath of the election.

The campaign was marked notably by concern over security, particularly due to an ongoing border conflict with Cambodia that has led to heightened nationalism and significant deaths over the past year. The ruling party capitalized on this sentiment, promoting a platform of stability and prosperity in light of national security issues, which has resonated strongly with voters. In a press conference post-election, Prime Minister Anutin expressed confidence in their victory and emphasized aims to lead Thailand towards prosperity in response to the public's call for solutions to pressing issues.

Conversely, the National Party, which has garnered support from young voters frustrated with the political dominance of military and bureaucratic interests, had campaigned on promises of political reform and enhancements to social welfare. Despite being the most popular party in polls leading up to the election, their momentum seemed to falter as the election unfolded. Observers note that this decline may also reflect diminishing enthusiasm for genuine change amidst the political landscape where historical influences are still at play, raising questions about the future direction of Thai politics post-election.