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In July last year, President Moon Jae-in presented an appointment letter to the new Attorney General Yoon Seok-yeol (to President Moon’s right) at the Blue House, and a commemorative photo is being taken with the couple. Yunhap news
President Moon Jae-in apologized to the public on the 25th for the controversy over the disciplinary action of Attorney General Yoon Seok-yeol. A day has passed since the court decided to suspend President Yun’s punishment. President Moon spoke about “a fair and moderate exercise of the power of the prosecution.” In fact, it is a warning to Yun. The court’s decision led to the office of President Yoon, slowing down the Moon Jae-in administration’s push for ‘prosecution reform’ but can be interpreted as a sign of their willingness not to compromise.
On the 25th, citizens watch the Blue House spokesman, Kang Min-seok, who broadcasts President Moon Jae-in’s position on television in the Seoul station waiting room. President Moon said, “I respect the court’s decision” of the court’s decision to return to Attorney General Yoon Seok-yeol’s office. News 1
文, “respect for the decision” for the court, “word of apology” for citizens
President Moon said through Blue House spokesman Kang Min-seok that “we respect the court’s decision” to return to office as President Yoon. He said: “As a personnel authority, I apologize for causing inconvenience and confusion to people as a result.” It was an apology for the exhausting controversy caused by the conflict between Miae Chu and Seokyeol Yoon. Although Minister Chu has already expressed his appreciation, it appears that the situation has not been fully clarified due to President Yoon’s return from work.
On the 7th, President Moon said: “I am very sorry as president because the confusing political situation is worrying people.” On the 16th, he said, “I’m very sorry,” while reapproving President Yoon’s disciplinary bill. However, the expression ‘consequently’ used by President Moon that day was also interpreted to contain President Moon’s thought that ‘to some extent pain is inevitable in the prosecution reform process’.
Attorney General Yoon Seok-yeol leaves the government building on the 25th at the Supreme Prosecutor’s Office in Seocho-gu, Seoul. News 1
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Unlike the apology to the people, the message to the prosecution was firm. President Moon said, “I hope to give the prosecution an opportunity to reflect on the fair and moderate exercise of the power of the prosecution, taking into account the judgment of the court.” Despite the court ruling on President Yun’s disciplinary action, it was once again a reminder of the significance of President Moon’s reapproval of the disciplinary bill.
He stressed: “In particular, I hope there is no further controversy about the collection or inspection of personal information other than criminal information.” The day before, while the court noted the flaws in President Yun’s disciplinary procedure, it specifically mentioned the fact that the prosecution decided that it was inappropriate to collect information about the court’s propensity. There are also observations that there is a specific pressure on Yun, who has to continue living in an awkward coexistence.
Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae, who expressed his appreciation to President Moon on the 16th for suggesting disciplinary action for President Yoon, said nothing about his return to President Yoon.
President Yoon went to work at Daejeon Hall in Seocho-gu, Seoul around 12 p.m. that day and chaired a countermeasures meeting related to the spread of the new coronavirus infection (Corona 19) in detention centers such as the East Seoul Detention Center. After the disciplinary action was canceled due to a court decision the night before, there were no further position statements beyond saying: “I will do everything possible to preserve the constitutional spirit, the rule of law and common sense.” Yoon, who returned to work, is expected to focus on investigating the ‘living power’, including Cheong Wa Dae’s intervention in the Ulsan mayoral elections and suspicion of the early closure of Wolseong Unit 1 until his tenure. next july.
Justice Minister Chu Mi-ae will address the Gwacheon government office on the 24th. Yunhap news
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President Moon’s position came to light a day after the court ruling. A Blue House official explained the background for the day: “(Chu Mi-ae and Yoon Seok-yeol) have a strong will to close the confusion and conflict. A stable state administration is urgently needed.” You can see that President Moon quickly sent a message when concerns were raised that he might face a serious crisis, such as a ‘lame duck’ even in his passport.
President Moon emphasized the importance of reforming the prosecution, saying: “The Ministry of Justice and the prosecution should continue to carry out follow-up measures such as the reform of the prosecution and the right to investigate through stable cooperation.” However, it is significant that President Moon asked not only the prosecution but also the Ministry of Justice for a “stable cooperative relationship.” Since it is impossible for President Yoon and Minister Chu to achieve “ harmony ”, it is highly likely that President Moon will sooner or later fix the situation to accept Chu’s thanks.
However, the general mood is that it is not easy for President Moon to find a clear option to change the current phase. In particular, given that the number of confirmed cases of the new coronavirus infection (Corona 19) peaks every day and criticism that it was easy to introduce a vaccine, an emergency light is on in the state administration. The drop in the presidential approval rating rarely finds a recovery point.
For this reason, a method is being reviewed for President Moon to come and seek the understanding of the people. An official in the passport said that day, “It is time for President Moon to briefly explain the parts that people itch and seek understanding.” The Blue House is also looking at various ways to communicate with the public, such as a New Year’s press conference.
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