The Chung Lian carcinogenic oil scandal has continued for over half a month, drawing widespread public concern. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-An recently called on citizens to protest on Ketagalan Boulevard on July 25, urging action against the contaminated oil. Singer and TV host Tao Ching-Ying liked Chiang's Facebook post supporting the protest, which triggered a wave of attacks from pro-DPP netizens known as the "Bluebirds," accusing her of lacking moral judgment.

In response, popular influencer Cheap posted on Facebook on July 20, sarcastically questioning: "Tao Ching-Ying gets attacked just for liking Chiang Wan-An's post—so now opposing toxic oil means you're pro-China and selling out Taiwan? Does toxic oil come in different colors? Does drinking it mean you love Taiwan?"

Cheap criticized the online pro-DPP army, stating: "They care about food safety, but you care about politics. They care about health, but you care about political stance. How are you any different from China's Little Pink nationalists?"

Chiang Wan-An had previously posted on July 17, angrily stating, "The DPP government is forcing me to eat toxic oil and forcing me onto the streets." He condemned the arrogance of the Lai administration, noting that over half a month had passed without a clear explanation to the public. He demanded an apology from President Lai Qingde and the resignation of Premier Cho Jung-tai.

Meanwhile, controversy continues to grow. DPP legislator Tai Wei-shan claimed benzopyrene is a "natural substance," drawing sharp criticism. Financial analyst Hsieh Jin-he revealed that a major shareholder of Taisun is on China's wanted list, and political commentator Huang Yang-ming exposed that Lai Qingde appeared alongside Chung Lian's chairman Hung Yao-kun after the scandal broke, demanding transparency.

Additional exclusive reports from Wind Media include: - Did she defend toxic oil? Dai Wei-shan says "benzopyrene is natural"—critics fire back: "Whose soybeans self-heat to 300°C?" - Is Taisun's major shareholder a "Chinese fugitive"? Hsieh Jin-he uncovers Zhu Guo-rong's dark past, slamming the toxic oil case: "Arrest cheating manufacturers now" - Did Lai Qingde appear with Chung Lian's chairman Hung Yao-kun after the scandal? Huang Yang-ming reveals timeline, blasting Lai: "Give the public an explanation"

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  • Source: PR Times
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