Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party, stated on October 8 that he would respond to dissent among hardliners regarding the nomination of Kim Ji-yong as head of the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency, saying, "We will control necessary parts within the party."
During an appearance on the party's YouTube channel, Minty07, Kim expressed concern over a minority voice attempting to undermine the president's exclusive appointment rights, suggesting, "It would be better to communicate according to each person's position, situation, and role."
He emphasized the need for restraint among ruling party lawmakers, stating, "I have already mentioned that if necessary, we will control the party."
Earlier, on October 6, Kim had made similar remarks targeting hardliners during another Minty07 session. He defended Kim Ji-yong, saying, "There are aspects that have accepted strong demands for prosecutorial reform. If there are excessive demands that could undermine the president's leadership, I believe it is time for the party to intervene."
However, hardliners within the party continued to express negative views about Kim Ji-yong on the same day.
Choo Mi-ae, the governor of Gyeonggi Province, took to Facebook to criticize Kim Ji-yong, labeling him a representative pro-Yoon (pro-Yoon Suk-yeol) prosecutor who has opposed prosecutorial reform. She stated, "The public is watching. Verification must be done properly."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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