Mano Laohavanich is well known for his controversial accusations against Wat Phra Dhammakaya, one of the temples he used to live at when he was still a monk. These accusations increased in number substantially following the 2014 coup d'état. After the coup, Laohavanich was appointed a member of the National Reform Council, a council set up by the military junta to reform Thailand, explained as preparing the country for democratic elections. Since his appointment by the Thai Junta, Dr. Mano has contributed significantly to news reports, described by critics such as news outlet Matichon as 'unsubstantiated claims' (), criticizing former Thai Rak Thai party members, Wat Phra Dhammakaya, and other groups the ruling "junta" was generally seen being as opposed to.