Li Chen-hsiu Alleges TPP Spread Rumors of NT$50 Million Demand for Resignation; Chen Chih-han Calls it 'Baseless'
The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) has expelled Chinese-spouse member Li Chen-hsiu. Li alleges that TPP Caucus Director Chen Chih-han spread rumors to the media that she demanded NT$50 million to step down. In response, TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang stated that Li had requested monetary compensation for her legislative term in exchange for her resignation, a demand he refused. Chen dismissed the allegation as 'baseless' and asked Li to provide concrete evidence.
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(CNA, Taipei, 14th) - The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) expelled Chinese-spouse member Li Chen-hsiu from the party yesterday. Li stated today that TPP Caucus Director Chen Chih-han had leaked information to the media before April 7th, claiming she demanded NT$50 million to step down. Chen Chih-han responded that this is 'baseless,' stating she never mentioned the supposed NT$50 million and asked Li to produce concrete evidence.
The TPP's Central Review Committee expelled Li Chen-hsiu yesterday. TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang said today that during discussions about her resignation, Li suddenly proposed a monetary compensation for her legislative term's salary and all benefits, stating she would only resign after receiving the money. He said he was saddened to hear this and could never agree to such a demand.
This afternoon, on the SET News program 'Forward New Taiwan,' Li Chen-hsiu expressed that she had always been considerate of TPP founding chairman Ko Wen-je and the party's reputation, but Huang Kuo-chang had not considered the party, and she could not let the TPP become a 'second New Power Party.' She had told Ko Wen-je that since she had already registered for this legislative session, she must complete it to prove the legitimacy of Chinese spouses in politics, and could simply not register for the next session.
Li said she was also willing to protect the TPP by resigning at the end of August for an amicable separation. However, before April 7th, TPP Caucus Convener Chen Ching-lung had spoken with her and even prepared an internal party job for her, which she declined at the time, insisting only on completing one session.
Li stated that if even this was not agreeable, then they should follow the party charter. Even if she had misspoken, she had apologized promptly, and no party rule could infringe upon her rights as a legislator. She was willing to resign for the sake of the party, as the at-large seat was given to her by the TPP, 'but it's Ko Wen-je's Taiwan People's Party, it has nothing to do with Huang Kuo-chang.'
Li said someone had mentioned she shouldn't be left without an income immediately, saying 'what should be calculated for you, will be calculated for you,' and even gave a rough estimate. They initiated it, and Chen Ching-lung said he would communicate with the party. However, after the caucus meeting on April 7th, Huang Kuo-chang and others wanted her to resign on her own after the general interpellation, which is why she insisted on completing a two-year term.
Additionally, on the Sanlih program 'Just Want to Complain,' Li Chen-hsiu stated that she received information before April 7th that Chen Chih-han had already leaked to the media that she was demanding NT$50 million to step down. She reported this to the party, and party insiders said it was impossible. She even joked with Chen Ching-lung that she didn't need NT$50 million, just NT$5 million would be fine.
In an interview this afternoon, Chen Chih-han stated it was simply baseless. As a former public representative, Li's words should have basic credibility. She said she never mentioned the NT$50 million and asked for concrete evidence. She added that Li has been listening to a lot of strange information and is 'a bit paranoid,' thinking everyone is out to get her and spreading information everywhere, which is very regrettable.
Chen Chih-han said the facts cannot be distorted. In the April 7th meeting, she questioned whether Li had said her rights for a 2-year legislative term should be given to her. 'She was the first to mention money, past financial pressures, and not even being able to pay her credit card bill before taking office,' which is why the attendees asked her what she meant.
Chen Chih-han stated that Li specifically mentioned 'my finances, my living expenses,' and subsequently mentioned benefits, rent, etc. Li even said, 'money can glorify God.' 'She said the word money herself, very clearly.' In at least two subsequent internal communications, Li specifically stated this information. She urged Li to think about the entire community of Chinese spouses and not to ruin the right of Chinese spouses to participate in politics. (Editor: Lin Hsing-meng) 1150414
(CNA, Taipei, 14th) - The Taiwan People's Party (TPP) expelled Chinese-spouse member Li Chen-hsiu from the party yesterday. Li stated today that TPP Caucus Director Chen Chih-han had leaked information to the media before April 7th, claiming she demanded NT$50 million to step down. Chen Chih-han responded that this is 'baseless,' stating she never mentioned the supposed NT$50 million and asked Li to produce concrete evidence.
The TPP's Central Review Committee expelled Li Chen-hsiu yesterday. TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang said today that during discussions about her resignation, Li suddenly proposed a monetary compensation for her legislative term's salary and all benefits, stating she would only resign after receiving the money. He said he was saddened to hear this and could never agree to such a demand.
This afternoon, on the SET News program 'Forward New Taiwan,' Li Chen-hsiu expressed that she had always been considerate of TPP founding chairman Ko Wen-je and the party's reputation, but Huang Kuo-chang had not considered the party, and she could not let the TPP become a 'second New Power Party.' She had told Ko Wen-je that since she had already registered for this legislative session, she must complete it to prove the legitimacy of Chinese spouses in politics, and could simply not register for the next session.
Li said she was also willing to protect the TPP by resigning at the end of August for an amicable separation. However, before April 7th, TPP Caucus Convener Chen Ching-lung had spoken with her and even prepared an internal party job for her, which she declined at the time, insisting only on completing one session.
Li stated that if even this was not agreeable, then they should follow the party charter. Even if she had misspoken, she had apologized promptly, and no party rule could infringe upon her rights as a legislator. She was willing to resign for the sake of the party, as the at-large seat was given to her by the TPP, 'but it's Ko Wen-je's Taiwan People's Party, it has nothing to do with Huang Kuo-chang.'
Li said someone had mentioned she shouldn't be left without an income immediately, saying 'what should be calculated for you, will be calculated for you,' and even gave a rough estimate. They initiated it, and Chen Ching-lung said he would communicate with the party. However, after the caucus meeting on April 7th, Huang Kuo-chang and others wanted her to resign on her own after the general interpellation, which is why she insisted on completing a two-year term.
Additionally, on the Sanlih program 'Just Want to Complain,' Li Chen-hsiu stated that she received information before April 7th that Chen Chih-han had already leaked to the media that she was demanding NT$50 million to step down. She reported this to the party, and party insiders said it was impossible. She even joked with Chen Ching-lung that she didn't need NT$50 million, just NT$5 million would be fine.
In an interview this afternoon, Chen Chih-han stated it was simply baseless. As a former public representative, Li's words should have basic credibility. She said she never mentioned the NT$50 million and asked for concrete evidence. She added that Li has been listening to a lot of strange information and is 'a bit paranoid,' thinking everyone is out to get her and spreading information everywhere, which is very regrettable.
Chen Chih-han said the facts cannot be distorted. In the April 7th meeting, she questioned whether Li had said her rights for a 2-year legislative term should be given to her. 'She was the first to mention money, past financial pressures, and not even being able to pay her credit card bill before taking office,' which is why the attendees asked her what she meant.
Chen Chih-han stated that Li specifically mentioned 'my finances, my living expenses,' and subsequently mentioned benefits, rent, etc. Li even said, 'money can glorify God.' 'She said the word money herself, very clearly.' In at least two subsequent internal communications, Li specifically stated this information. She urged Li to think about the entire community of Chinese spouses and not to ruin the right of Chinese spouses to participate in politics. (Editor: Lin Hsing-meng) 1150414
FAQ
Why was Li Chen-hsiu expelled from the Taiwan People's Party (TPP)?
According to TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang, she was expelled after demanding monetary compensation in exchange for resigning her legislator-at-large seat. Li Chen-hsiu contests this version of events.
What is the NT$50 million controversy about?
Li Chen-hsiu alleges that TPP Caucus Director Chen Chih-han spread a rumor that Li demanded NT$50 million to resign. Chen and the TPP deny this, stating Li was the one who first brought up money and that the allegation is baseless.