Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, criticized the People Power Party on June 15 for approving election appeals in six regions where the June 3 local elections were held, stating it leaves the public "confused" and questioning whether the party seeks to restore voting rights or create chaos in South Korea.
During a floor strategy meeting on June 16, he expressed disbelief that the party did not consult with the elected Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon before making such decisions.
"The People Power Party must immediately retract its election appeals and conspiracy theories," he urged, adding that they should focus on national investigations instead of pursuing these appeals.
He also pointed out that Jang Dong-hyuk, the leader of the People Power Party, continues to propagate conspiracy theories at Olympic Park, despite statisticians deeming the claims regarding 'twin votes' as unreasonable. He noted that such occurrences are as unlikely as the destruction of the Earth.
Furthermore, he remarked on the lawlessness in Jamsil, which Jang frequently visits, stating that there have been reports of insults directed at police and assaults on handball players. He warned that theories of Chinese involvement have emerged, asserting that the leader of the main opposition party should not be at the center of conspiracy theories.
Han also emphasized that the Democratic Party will address the Election Commission's overall incompetence and failures, which were highlighted by the shortage of ballots. He indicated that the party plans to pass a national investigation proposal in the upcoming plenary session on June 18, allowing the special committee to commence its work immediately.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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