Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, announced plans to address the national investigation into the recent ballot shortage this week and aims to finalize the composition of the National Assembly by June 18. In response to the People Power Party's request to relinquish the chair of the Legislative Judiciary Committee, he stated, "The Democratic Party should take responsibility for a functioning National Assembly."
During a Supreme Council meeting on June 15, Han said, "The Democratic Party will hold a plenary session this week to process the national investigation plan regarding the ballot shortage. We will act swiftly to clarify the facts and prevent a recurrence of this issue."
He emphasized the need to hold the Central Election Commission accountable, citing its constitutional independence as an excuse for shirking responsibility. "We will resolve any lingering doubts through special committees and hearings. We will also initiate prompt institutional reforms through an internal task force," he added.
While stressing the importance of completing the National Assembly's composition promptly, Han dismissed the idea of conceding the Legislative Judiciary Committee chair to the People Power Party.
"We must finalize the composition by June 18. The mandate from voters to work diligently for the public's welfare was confirmed in the local elections," he stated. "Has the People Power Party forgotten how they have consistently obstructed governance and turned standing committees into arenas of conflict?"
He further remarked, "The request for the Legislative Judiciary Committee chair from the People Power Party is akin to a strike against public welfare. The sole principle and standard for the upcoming composition is public welfare and results. To create a functioning National Assembly, the Democratic Party must lead the Legislative Judiciary Committee."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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