KMT Hesitant to Expel Legislator's Son Amid Bullying Allegations, Councilor Claims

Taoyuan City Councilor Yu Pei-chen has accused the Kuomintang (KMT) party of being unwilling to expel the son of legislator Wan Mei-ling, despite his withdrawal from the party's nomination following bullying allegations. Yu, a former deputy director of the KMT's Taoyuan branch, believes the party faces a significant crisis regarding the situation.

Yu stated that if Wan's son, Si Guang-yang, registers as an independent candidate in late August, the KMT should, by party rules, expel him. However, Yu expressed doubt that the party would take such action under current circumstances. He suggested that the KMT's decision hinges on the ongoing public scrutiny and whether the controversy continues to intensify, potentially weakening Wan Mei-ling's political standing.

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If Si Guang-yang registers, by rights he should be expelled, but I suspect the KMT wouldn't dare expel him right now.

Speaking on the political talk show "Face to Face News," Yu, who has lived in Taoyuan for over 30 years, explained the KMT's traditional strategy of precise nominations in the region. He noted that the upcoming election, potentially expanding to nine seats due to a blue-white coalition, has caused anxiety among long-serving Taoyuan councilors who fear losing votes. The potential candidacy of Si Guang-yang adds another layer of complexity.

Yu questioned whether the KMT would dare to expel Si Guang-yang if he proceeds with an independent registration. "As of now, they wouldn't dare," he responded, adding that the current "heat" of the controversy is insufficient. He believes that if the situation escalates and Wan Mei-ling becomes politically weakened, the party might then feel compelled to act. The period between July and the end of August is crucial for observing the political "wind direction."

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As of now, they wouldn't dare.