On Monday, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong confirmed the resignation of Mr Tan and fellow People’s Action Party (PAP) MP Cheng Li Hui, in the wake of the revelations of their affair.
PM Lee also revealed that the two had persisted with the affair, which occurred before the General Election 2020, despite continued advice against it.
The announcement shocked the public and prompted significant questions about the Speaker’s impartiality.
Mr Tan, who is married and renowned for his active participation in Christian events in Singapore, has admitted his mistakes and expressed remorse for his actions.
He acknowledged the hurt he had caused his family, apologized to Singaporeans, and stepped away from politics to focus on his family life.
Amid this upheaval, Salt and Light temporarily took down articles by Mr Tan.
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