CHP Chairman Özgür Özel took a strong stance against gangs within the state. He stated, "No matter how many waves you create, you will not succeed!"

In a corruption investigation focused on the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, arrest warrants were issued for 44 individuals. Özel criticized this situation, stating that the gangs are threatening the public.

Özel remarked, "This operation is a revenge operation to cover up the damage caused by the judicial gang and the AK Party," highlighting the political implications of the arrests.

Özgür Özel emphasized that they will stand against the gangs with the trust of the people. He stated, "The nation is with us."