Executive Yuan visits DPP caucus with CEC nominees, seeking support

Executive Yuan Secretary-General Chang Tun-han led three nominees for the Central Election Commission (CEC) to visit the DPP legislative caucus today. Chang stated that all three nominees possess legal expertise, extensive practical experience, and are non-partisan, expressing hope for bipartisan support to strengthen the commission's operations. On March 13, the Legislative Yuan approved the appointment of four CEC members, including chairperson nominee You Ying-lung, but rejected three others, including deputy chairperson nominee Hu Bo-yen. On April 21, the Executive Yuan appointed the four approved members and nominated Shen Shu-fei, Tsai Wei-che, and Huang Mou-hsin as new CEC commissioners, submitting their names to the Legislative Yuan for review. Chang visited the caucuses today, starting with the DPP. Addressing concerns about potential rejection by opposition parties, Chang explained that according to the Central Election Commission Organization Act, the commission should have 9 to 11 members. Following the previous vote, only 8 remain, falling below the minimum threshold. The Executive Yuan hopes to normalize operations through these nominations. Chang introduced the candidates: Shen Shu-fei is a veteran civil servant with 40 years of experience; Tsai Wei-che is an up-and-coming lawyer focused on human rights; and Huang Mou-hsin is a former chief prosecutor with extensive experience in investigating vote-buying. Chang emphasized that election work is heavy and cannot be neglected, citing upcoming local and presidential elections, and urged bipartisan support. Regarding KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi's proposals on housing, Chang highlighted the Executive Yuan's balanced approach to housing and tax relief, urging support for the government's version.