In a message posted on Facebook, Kang said, "I sincerely apologize to those who were hurt because of me," expressing regret to the ruling Democratic Party for having caused a "heavy burden."
She also wrote that she feels deeply sorry for President Lee Jae-myung, who "believed in me and gave me the opportunity" to serve the post.
Assailed during her confirmation hearing at the National Assembly last week, Kang has been under fire over a slew of allegations including workplace abuse and mistreatment of subordinates such as forcing her former assistant to run personal errands and do household chores including disposing of waste. She initially denied all the allegations, only for them to turn out to be true.
Despite growing public criticism, Lee appeared determined to proceed with the appointment of his close aide, but strong protests from over 90 civil organizations and legislative workers eventually led Kang to resign.
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