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On June 25, 2024, the Legislative Yuan passed the parliamentary reform bill in the third reading, with the Executive Yuan filing a request for reconsideration and subsequently rejected by the parliament, leading President Lai Ching-te to legally announce the amended law and initiate a constitutional interpretation. The Control Yuan, Judicial Yuan, and DPP all plan to apply for temporary disposals. Mayor Ko Wen-je of the People First Party criticized President Lai, urging democratic adherence to public opinion. Scholarly concerns were raised over the unprecedented move of interpreting the constitution after a failed reconsideration request, with various institutions expressing concerns over the balance of power and constitutional rights. The article also touches upon the historical context of political actions and critiques from different parties and scholars.
Source: YAHOO