# Hsinchu County political controversy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hsinchu-county-political-controversy
> Updated: 2026-09-19T08:13:10.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Cheng Chao-fang, the Mayor of Zhubei and a candidate for Hsinchu County Magistrate, is facing scrutiny regarding his governance and personal finances. Critics have raised concerns over public safety during heavy rains and questioned whether his focus on urban aesthetics prioritizes personal branding over essential city management.

Additionally, allegations have surfaced regarding Cheng’s family finances and land dealings, including claims of a 40-million-TWD loan. While Cheng has denied allegations involving 260 million TWD, opponents have called for greater transparency. In response, Cheng has characterized these accusations as “smear tactics and mass black propaganda,” maintaining that his administration has delivered tangible improvements to Zhubei.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Wei Ping-cheng defends Hsieh family amid bribery probe

Candidate Wei Ping-cheng criticized the detention of Changhua County Council Speaker Hsieh Tien-lin, alleging that the election-period bribery investigation violates procedural justice.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/wei-ping-cheng-defends-hsieh-family-amid-bribery-probe

### 2026-08-22: Cheng Chao-fang faces scrutiny over governance and finances

Zhubei Mayor Cheng Chao-fang faces criticism over public safety, urban branding, and alleged financial controversies as he campaigns for Hsinchu County Magistrate, while dismissing opponent attacks as smear|.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cheng-chao-fang-faces-scrutiny-over-governance-and-finances

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