The Taipei District Court has granted bail to former Taipei mayor and Taiwan People's Party founder Ko Wen-je. Ko's lawyers said he is still considering whether to accept the US$2 million bail and is likely to make his decision next Monday. Ko has been detained for a year as he is investigated over a construction project during his time as Taipei mayor and for mishandling campaign funds during his run for president. He was charged with corruption and bribery, and if found guilty, could face a sentence of 28.5 years.
