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South Korea's Local Elections Hover as a Referendum on Leader Lee Jae Myung

South Korea heads to local elections that will determine mayors, governors and councils across eight provinces and eight major cities, seen as a barometer of President Lee Jae Myung’s popularity. The Democratic Party leads in polls, with Seoul and Busan pegged as pivotal battlegrounds; conservatives have lost ground since martial law under former president Yoon Suk Yeol, while turnout—especially among younger voters—could tilt results despite broad approval of Lee and his government’s economic and reform measures.

via The New York Times|

#democratic-party #lee-jae-myung #local-elections

politics1 year ago•0 min saved

South Korea's Political Turmoil: Impeachment Efforts and Leadership Changes

Han Dong-hoon, leader of South Korea's ruling People Power Party, has declared that impeachment is the only solution to prevent President Yoon Suk Yeol from continuing in office, following Yoon's refusal to resign voluntarily. Han urged party lawmakers to support the upcoming parliamentary impeachment vote, emphasizing the need for action based on conviction and conscience.

via The Korea Herald|

#impeachment #people-power-party #political-crisis

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

South Korea's Political Turmoil: Impeachment Looms for President Yoon

South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol faces potential impeachment after Han Dong-hoon, leader of the ruling People Power Party, called for his suspension over attempts to declare martial law and arrest lawmakers. Yoon's martial law decree was quickly overturned by the National Assembly, and tensions remain high amid rumors of a second attempt. The impeachment vote is set for Saturday, with Han's reversal increasing its likelihood. If passed, Yoon would be suspended while the Constitutional Court decides on his removal.

via VOA Asia|

#impeachment #martial-law #people-power-party

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

South Korea Faces Political Turmoil as Calls for President Yoon's Impeachment Grow

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces potential impeachment after declaring and then retracting martial law, which he claimed was necessary to combat 'anti-state forces.' The head of the ruling People Power Party, Han Dong-hoon, has called for Yoon's suspension, citing risks to national safety. The opposition Democratic Party has scheduled an impeachment vote, while the national police investigate allegations of insurrection. The situation has caused a rift within the ruling party, with some members supporting impeachment to protect the country's democratic system.

via The Guardian|

#impeachment #martial-law #people-power-party

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

South Korea's Political Turmoil: Yoon Faces Impeachment and Party Strife

South Korea's ruling People Power party has pledged to support President Yoon Suk Yeol against an impeachment motion led by the opposition, following his controversial declaration of martial law. The opposition needs support from eight ruling party lawmakers to pass the motion, which could lead to Yoon's suspension and a constitutional court review. The martial law declaration, quickly rescinded after parliamentary opposition, has sparked political turmoil and international concern, with the US reaffirming its alliance with South Korea.

via The Guardian|

#impeachment #martial-law #people-power-party