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Calls for Special Investigation Amid Judicial Controversy

12/18/2025

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Jeong Cheong-rae Calls Investigation

Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae called for a second special investigation into alleged insurrection at a National Assembly meeting on December 15.
He criticized the Supreme Court's rejection of arrest warrants, arguing that judicial interference may shield the People Power Party.
He urged legislation for a specialized court for sedition.
He condemned filibustering by the People Power Party and expressed condolences for the Gwangju construction site collapse victims, urging an investigation.

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Democratic Party Proposes Tribunal

The South Korean Supreme Court plans to establish a tribunal for insurrection, treason, and mutiny charges.
The move aligns with the Democratic Party's push for a special bench to address former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law bid.
The Democratic Party plans to introduce a bill for the tribunal in the National Assembly next week.
The proposal raises constitutional and judicial independence concerns as it seeks swift trials for national cases.

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Jeong Cheong-rae Calls Investigation

Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae called for a second special investigation into alleged insurrection at a National Assembly meeting on December 15.
He criticized the Supreme Court's rejection of arrest warrants, arguing that judicial interference may shield the People Power Party.
He urged legislation for a specialized court for sedition.
He condemned filibustering by the People Power Party and expressed condolences for the Gwangju construction site collapse victims, urging an investigation.

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