Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang strongly criticized the Control Yuan, calling it a "useless institution" for allegedly attempting to overturn convictions of DPP-affiliated elites. He announced the party's intention to cut the Control Yuan's budget, reject all its nominees, and initiate constitutional amendments to abolish the institution.
The Taiwan People's Party's election committee will not nominate a candidate for Changhua County Magistrate, respecting the KMT's plans and a prior agreement. They will also not nominate a candidate for Taoyuan's Zhongli City Councilor, excluding a member involved in a scandal.
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang announced full support for Ko Chih-en in Kaohsiung, citing Ko's legislative efforts, including the fiscal revenue sharing act amendment, which increased Kaohsiung's allocated funds. Huang criticized Lai Jui-lung's performance and warned against a potential return of the "New Tide faction" to city governance.
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang apologized for recent party departures, but youth activist Chang Yu-meng questioned the sincerity and target of the apology, criticizing Huang for not addressing specific individuals who left due to internal conflicts and alleged bullying.
Media personality Zhan Lingyu criticized Taiwan People's Party chairman Huang Kuo-chang's late-night apology regarding party departures, calling it a "political fake fall" and accusing Huang of expelling dissenting members and consolidating power.
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang apologized for recent internal party turmoil and resignations, expressing regret and promising to review and improve. He thanked party staff for their hard work and emphasized his commitment to the party's third-way politics and the 2026 local elections, stating his personal political future is secondary to the party's goals.
Chiu Chen-yuan, former Deputy Mayor of Hsinchu City, has resigned to run for Mayor of Zhubei City. He aims to address local needs and foster regional cooperation, emphasizing his experience and ability to collaborate.
