LETTER | As the trial and conviction of the former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak rolled on in the courtroom, hundreds of his supporters were gathered at the vicinity of the courthouse.

From the file photos seen in press reports and online portals as well as the many videos that filled social media platforms, the sea of red attire cannot be dismissed.

The supporters who came in droves as far off as the Pekan MP’s constituency in Pahang were undeniable - going by the party colour of Umno, members of the party too...