Aurelijus Veryga, the leader of the Farmers' Party in Lithuania, commented on Ignas Vėgėlė's recent activities, stating that Vėgėlė has taken advantage of the party's support during a public event in Kaunas. Vėgėlė, who was elected to the Seimas on the Farmers' list in the fall of 2024, has not officially joined the party, raising concerns about his motivations and commitment to the party’s agenda.

In his remarks, Veryga highlighted that political maneuvering is common in Lithuanian politics, and the Farmers' Party is not unique in experiencing such issues. He expressed discomfort with individuals capitalizing on party resources without genuine alignment, implying that Vėgėlė's actions could serve personal political aspirations rather than collective party goals. Veryga emphasized the need for transparency and integrity in political affiliations, which are essential for trust among voters.

Vėgėlė currently belongs to the Farmers, Greens, and Christian Families Union faction in the Seimas and has expressed intentions to propose a name change for the faction. However, Veryga opposes this idea, asserting that the faction's name should remain unchanged. This disagreement illustrates broader challenges within the party regarding identity and coherence as they navigate Lithuania's complex political landscape.