Chen Shui-bian angrily refutes ex-aide's claim about Chen Hsing-han running for office

Former President Chen Shui-bian has forcefully rejected speculation that his daughter, Chen Hsing-han, might enter politics, particularly a potential legislative run in Tainan in 2028. The rumors originated from Chuang Yen, identified as a former aide and campaign executive director for Tainan.

Chuang Yen reportedly suggested that Chen Hsing-han could be a key figure in maintaining Chen Shui-bian's political influence, especially since his long-awaited special pardon has not materialized. He posited that Chen Hsing-han might be positioned for a role, such as head of the Tainan City Health Bureau, if a specific candidate wins the mayoral election, laying groundwork for a future legislative bid. This speculation gained traction following reports of Chen Hsing-han's divorce from her husband, Zhao Jianming.

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Chuang Yen, you shut up.

Chen Shui-bian took to social media platform Threads to directly address and dismiss Chuang Yen's claims. He angrily commanded, "Chuang Yen, you shut up," and added, "I don't even know when you were the executive director of the Tainan campaign headquarters." This strong rebuttal aimed to quash the rumors and question the credibility of the source.

The public reaction to Chen Shui-bian's response was swift, with netizens commenting on his directness. Many saw it as a clear debunking of the rumors, with phrases like 'Presidential-level slap' and 'Presidential-level certified rumor-mongering' appearing in comments. The incident highlights the ongoing public interest in the Chen family's political connections and potential future endeavors.

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I don't even know when you were the executive director of the Tainan campaign headquarters.