Opposition calls for Yoon's overhaul of Cabinet after by
The floor leader of the main opposition Democratic Party called on President Yoon Suk Yeol on Thursday to take responsibility for the ruling party's defeat in a crucial by-election in Seoul, starting with a complete overhaul of the Cabinet.
Jin Kyo-hoon of the Democratic Party was elected earlier in the day to represent Gangseo Ward in Seoul, defeating his rival from the ruling People Power Party, Kim Tae-woo, by a larger-than-expected margin of 17.15 percentage points.
"The dismissal of the prime minister, the firing of the justice minister, and the withdrawal of unqualified people (nominated for the Cabinet) should be the starting point," said Rep. Hong Ihk-pyo, the Democratic Party's floor leader, during a party meeting.
Although the election only determined who would become one of Seoul's 25 ward chiefs, Wednesday's by-election was widely viewed as a crucial gauge of voter sentiment leading up to the parliamentary election in next April.
"The results of this election represent the people's firm judgment on the Yoon Suk Yeol administration's unchecked authority and signify a victory for the people wishing for a new Gangseo Ward," Hong said.
Hong further urged Yoon to carry out a complete overhaul of the way he runs the government, saying it is time for him to reply. (Yonhap)
(责任编辑:게임)
下一篇:[Korea Beyond Korea] In Paris, soaring demand for Korean studies yet to be fully met
- ·Seoul streets transform to open stage for Seoul Street Arts Festival
- ·北주민 굶어 죽어도…김여정 디오르, 최선희는 구찌 '명품 사랑'
- ·Intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, performances head overseas
- ·[Our Museums] Gyeonggi Ceramic Museum shows artistic essence of ceramics throughout history
- ·보란듯 제재 무시하며 국제법 준수?…김정은 활용하는 푸틴의 속내는
- ·Revamped Genesis GV80 and first coupe sibling unveiled
- ·Foreign workers' deaths get weak sanctions
- ·Jarasum Jazz Fest to kick off Friday
- ·Samsung chief explores new growth drivers in Middle East
- ·Questions raised over Taihan Cable’s quality control
- ·Hyundai Motor shows off air mobility, drone tech at Seoul defense fair
- ·Jarasum Jazz Fest to kick off Friday
- ·반도핑기구 “아시안게임 북 인공기 게양에 조치 취할 것”
- ·Hyundai Glovis to go net
- ·Hyundai Rotem to showcase new ground weapons systems at Seoul expo
- ·Seoul shares, won crash amid rising Fed woes
- ·김성원 여의도연구원장 "공천장사 지라시, 허위사실 유포로 고소"
- ·Hanwha seeks bigger presence in burgeoning global robotics market
- ·N. Korea spurs efforts to raise crop production during fall harvest season
- ·[Our Museums] Journey to the Paleolithic era at Jeongok Prehistory Museum
- ·Yoon lauds rapid growth of Korean defense industry
- ·Where is Blackpink headed?
- ·Hyundai Glovis to go net
- ·[Korean History] 2002, when Korea soared through World Cup
- ·Hyundai Motor shows off air mobility, drone tech at Seoul defense fair
- ·[Herald Interview] When ‘comedy freak’ filmmaker makes rom