柯文哲交保：司法与政治的双重考验

Ko Wen-je’s Bail: A Test Of Justice And Politics

The Taipei District Court has ruled that former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je be released on NT$70 million bail, with strict conditions including electronic monitoring and travel restrictions. The staggering sum, unprecedented in scale, quickly became the center of public debate.

From a judicial perspective, the high bail underscores the court’s seriousness in handling a high-profile case. Yet it also raises questions: does such an amount turn bail into a privilege only for the wealthy, undermining the principle of equal justice?

Politically, Ko’s decision—whether to accept the bail conditions or resist them—will shape not only his personal fate, but also the trajectory of the Taiwan People’s Party. For supporters, the sight of family and allies scrambling to raise funds is a show of loyalty; for critics, it symbolizes the fall of a once “clean” political figure.

Ultimately, Ko Wen-je’s bail is more than a legal matter. It is a test of Taiwan’s judicial credibility, political resilience, and the public’s ability to look beyond partisan lines to demand true fairness.