In a closely monitored recall election, Taiwanese voters decisively rejected attempts to oust 24 lawmakers affiliated with the China-friendly Kuomintang (KMT) party. The results mark a significant setback for President Lai Ching-te and the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), who had hoped to leverage the recall to shift the legislative balance. Despite intense campaigning, including rallies both for and against the recall, the voters chose to maintain the current lawmakers, leading to concerns about ongoing political gridlock. Analysts suggest that the results reflect a disconnect between the KMT and the electorate, as well as the continuing influence of China in Taiwanese politics.