Mahathir's Son Ousted as Malaysia Premier Tightens Grip on Power
- Mukhriz Mahathir resigns as chief minister of Kedah State
- Najib has fired detractors, silenced critics in past months
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The son of a former Malaysian leader was removed as chief minister of a northern state, indicating Prime Minister Najib Razak is tightening his grip on power after a months-long funding scandal.
Mukhriz Mahathir announced his resignation as the head of Kedah’s government, saying he did not have the backing of a majority of lawmakers. He will be replaced by Ahmad Bashah Mohd Hanipah, the deputy chair of Najib’s ruling party in the state.