Han Byeong-do, acting leader of the Democratic Party and floor leader, stated that President Lee Jae-myung's decision to hold a national forum on real estate policy reflects the government's operational style. He criticized the People Power Party for launching political attacks regarding the sale of the president's residence, calling it a "preconceived political offensive."
During a policy coordination meeting at the National Assembly, Han remarked, "The People Power Party has been hurling indiscriminate criticisms even before the forum took place."
He added, "In February, they questioned why the president, living in the official residence, had not sold his house, and now they are accusing him of a 'trick sale.'"
Han emphasized that the mortgage rights the opposition is concerned about are safety measures in the registration process, considering the buyer's reconstruction rights and the establishment of a balance claim.
He further stated, "No matter what choice the president makes, the People Power Party's political tactics will not resolve the public's housing insecurity. What they should do is cooperate on the follow-up legislation for the September 7 supply measures."
Meanwhile, President Lee and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung sold their jointly owned apartment in Bundang, Seongnam, for 2.9 billion won, establishing a mortgage of 1.77 billion won. Following allegations that the buyer might be an acquaintance of the president, the Blue House denied any claims of personal connections or special relationships.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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