MPs condemn Wellington mayoral candidate Ray Chung over email
Tuesday 15 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Labour Party, National Party, Chris Hipkins, Chris Bishop, Tory Whanau, Ray Chung
Senior National and Labour MPs have criticised councillor Ray Chung's behaviour following the release of a 2023 email regarding Mayor Tory Whanau. While describing his comments as disgraceful and pathetic, politicians have not called for him to withdraw from the mayoral race.
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