The National Assembly passed a plan for a national investigation into the Election Commission's handling of the ballot shortage during the June 3 local elections and the by-elections for the National Assembly on June 18. This investigation is expected to thoroughly uncover the facts surrounding the scandal.
During the afternoon session, the Assembly approved the "Plan for National Investigation into the Violation of Citizens' Voting Rights and Election Management Reform" with 250 votes in favor and one against from independent lawmaker Choi Hyuk-jin.
Yoon Sang-hyun, a member of the People Power Party, was appointed as the chairman of the newly formed special committee. Before the vote, Yoon urged cooperation, stating, "This investigation aims to clarify the causes of the unprecedented ballot shortage and the Election Commission's inadequate response, ensuring accountability in the overall election administration."
National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong-sik also addressed the assembly, saying, "The public is angry and frustrated. It is time for the National Assembly to respond to the people's demands," and requested that the committee members conduct their work without any doubts.
Starting today, the special committee will begin its investigation over the next 45 days, focusing on the Central Election Management Commission and local election commissions. If additional investigations are deemed necessary, the committee may extend its activities through a vote in the Assembly.
Additionally, the Assembly adopted the report on the results of the 2025 national audit. Thirty non-contentious livelihood bills also passed during the session.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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