Jang Dong-hyuk, leader of the People Power Party, has called for the resignation of President Yoon Suk-yeol, criticizing his response to public safety issues.
During a Supreme Council meeting at the National Assembly on October 15, Jang stated that while President Yoon has claimed to prioritize the lives and safety of citizens, his actions do not reflect this commitment.
He referenced past incidents, including a North Korean landmine explosion, the disappearance of naval personnel, and a shopping mall ceiling collapse, to highlight what he sees as Yoon's inadequate response. Jang specifically pointed out that during a horrific stabbing incident in Incheon, when citizens were in fear and a victim was undergoing emergency surgery, President Yoon was seen taking selfies while attending a leisure event.
Jang criticized the presidential office's reporting system, suggesting that if the incident was not reported to the president, there is a problem with the communication structure. If it was reported and Yoon still did not visit the scene, then his response was inappropriate. He added, "You claimed to create a system that prioritizes life and safety, yet now you are making bizarre statements that the golf course is also a presidential workplace."
He emphasized that protecting the lives and safety of citizens is a core responsibility of the president, asserting that if Yoon lacks the will or ability to fulfill this duty, he should step down.
Jang also expressed discontent regarding the confirmation hearing for Kim Ji-yong, the nominee for the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency. He criticized the hearing as a platform to confirm loyalty to the ruling party rather than to assess the nominee's qualifications and capabilities. He noted that pressing public safety concerns were not adequately addressed during the hearing.
Additionally, Jang raised concerns about the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency's failure to function effectively and highlighted the leadership vacancies in key institutions, including the Minister of Justice and the Commissioner of the National Police Agency. He accused President Yoon of insisting on a personnel system that favors him, warning that if the current situation continues, it could lead to problems in governance.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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