Chen Chih-han Controlling Ko Wen-je's Facebook Account? 'Four Cats' Cites Multiple Signs
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Internet personality "Four Cats" (Liu Yu) has accused Chen Chih-han, director of the Taiwan People First Party's legislative caucus, of controlling former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je's Facebook account.
- Four Cats cited Ko Wen-je's past statements that he did not write his social media posts and alleged that Chen Chih-han has been "self-directing and self-acting" by using Ko's account to console herself.
- Evidence presented includes an alleged accidental posting of Chen Chih-han's private photo from Ko's account, which purportedly showed her wearing a Cartier bracelet worth approximately NT$130,000.
The political landscape in Taiwan is often a theater of dramatic accusations and counter-accusations, and the latest controversy surrounding Ko Wen-je's Facebook account is no exception. Internet personality "Four Cats" has thrown a wrench into the works, leveling serious allegations that Chen Chih-han, a key figure in Ko's political circle, is not only managing but actively manipulating the former mayor's social media presence.
Why does Chen Chih-han need to open Ko Wen-je's account to comfort herself? Are you tired of self-directing and self-acting...
This isn't just about who posts what; it's about the perceived authenticity and control of a public figure's voice. Four Cats' claims, backed by what they describe as multiple pieces of evidence, suggest a deliberate strategy to shape public perception, with Ko Wen-je himself having previously admitted that his posts were not written by him. The alleged accidental leak of a private photo, complete with a high-value accessory, adds a layer of personal intrigue to the political maneuvering.
Ko Wen-je has repeatedly stated publicly that the social media posts were not written by him.
From a Taiwanese perspective, such incidents highlight the often blurred lines between personal and political communication in the digital age. The public's fascination with these behind-the-scenes revelations, as evidenced by the comments on Four Cats' post, underscores a deep interest in the inner workings of political operations. The mention of the expensive bracelet also taps into discussions about the financial status and potential influence of political figures, a topic that resonates strongly in local discourse.
The Cartier bracelet on Chen Chih-han's hand was nearly 130,000 yuan.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.