Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, criticized the People Power Party on the 19th, stating, "They are engaged in a competition of insults. While the People Power Party makes derogatory remarks, they shift the responsibility onto the Democratic Party."
During a Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly, Han noted, "The national audit has entered its third week. The Democratic Party is committed to a national audit focused on improving the lives of the people, addressing policy blind spots, and holding the ruling party accountable."
Han specifically pointed out that the People Power Party is competing to make insulting remarks, mentioning figures like Kim Tae-kyu, Lee Jin-sook, and Joo Jin-woo, and criticized Representative Kim Min-jeon for mocking the issue of large bail amounts by saying, "If you’re jealous, try going to jail."
He added, "However, the People Power Party claims that the Democratic Party has created a contentious national audit. The insults come from the People Power Party, yet they shift the blame to the Democratic Party. Even if they attract momentary attention with provocative remarks, it will not improve the lives of the people. The People Power Party must correct the inappropriate comments made by its members."
Additionally, Han urged Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon to provide clear answers regarding the 'Han River Bus Gate' allegations during the National Assembly's Land, Infrastructure and Transport Committee's audit of the Seoul City government.
He stated, "Last week, the Seoul City government belatedly requested a police investigation as the controversy grew during the national audit. They are demanding that the Democratic Party stop its political attacks based on unfounded claims."
Han emphasized, "Mayor Oh should not evade responsibility with statements like 'I don't remember.' He must clarify what actions he directed at that time during the National Assembly."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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