Lee Jae-myung, Leader, bogged down by controversy over ministerial appointments

Allegations have been raised that Leader Lee Jae-myung is using the appointment of the Minister of Justice to evade his legal risks. Analysis suggests he is attempting to clear himself of criminal charges or halt trials by nominating a specific individual as the Minister of Justice.

The possibility of attempting to withdraw indictments through National Assembly meetings was also mentioned, and the appointment of Representative Yong Hye-in has also been analyzed as a strategy to divert attention from these allegations and create a smokescreen.

While the appointment of the Minister of National Defense itself is viewed positively, there is still criticism regarding the overall appointment process. In particular, it was suggested that whether the three-service integration policy will be reverted to its origin will be the test of the Minister of National Defense appointment.

It was emphasized that as an opposition party, thorough oversight and monitoring of the Minister of National Defense appointment and subsequent policy implementation are necessary.

Negative public opinion regarding Representative Yong Hye-in's nomination is spreading not only among young people in their 20s and 30s but also among the 4050 generation. Questions and criticisms about Representative Yong Hye-in's nomination are flooding online communities and social media.

It was also mentioned that Lee Jae-myung's approval rating could drop to the late 10% range due to this appointment controversy, and Representative Yong Hye-in's nomination itself was categorized as a facet of personnel failure.

Representative Yong Hye-in's past questioning demeanor towards cabinet members has become controversial. She was criticized for impolite remarks such as 'Speak properly,' scolding them.

Such negative evaluations have persisted since her time as a proportional representative in the National Assembly, and it is pointed out that this behavior is contributing to nationwide antipathy.

Bills promoted by Representative Yong Hye-in, such as the 'non-consensual rape law' and the 'anti-discrimination law,' have been criticized for being based on the 'potential perpetrator theory.' It is pointed out that these bills classify opponents as criminals without clear criteria for what constitutes consent or discrimination.

It was suggested that such political leanings and biased bill promotion offer no practical benefit in securing traditional support or specific identity.

Controversy over Representative Yong Hye-in's sense of parliamentary privilege has been re-examined. Cases were mentioned where she privately used the airport's lawmaker protocol and special waiting room immediately after becoming a lawmaker.

It was pointed out that such behavior, where a person elected as a lawmaker through institutional loopholes enjoys privileges, is deepening the aversion among young people.

It is analyzed that Leader Lee Jae-myung changed his strategy after a significant drop in approval ratings. In the past, he aimed to embrace moderates and conservatives to secure strong approval ratings and exercise governmental leadership, but he seems to have concluded that this strategy failed.

The interpretation is that he has now shifted to rallying the left to consolidate his internal support and defend himself. This is seen as part of an effort to organize support to respond to political crises such as impeachment.

Representative Yong Hye-in's appointment is drawing criticism not only from the Democratic Party but also from within the progressive camp. Some progressive figures evaluate Yong Hye-in as a more extreme leftist than the Democratic Party.

In particular, criticism was raised that appointing someone without female representation as a female representative is an 'insult,' and the controversy over the appointment's qualifications is also being mentioned within the progressive camp.

Allegations have also been raised regarding Representative Yong Hye-in's activity history and her associates. Her spouse is also said to be such a leftist activist, and allegations have been raised that the couple monopolized party authority by holding positions such as party secretary-general.

Controversy over having acted with a code of conduct in the form of an underground organization in the past was also mentioned.

A critical evaluation of how Representative Yong Hye-in gained recognition emerged. It is analyzed that she gained attention by speaking vehemently in debates with lawmakers. It is pointed out that some People Power Party lawmakers, due to Confucian sensibilities, were reluctant to confront a young female lawmaker, which ironically 'helped her up.'

The existing political establishment's clumsy response contributed to Representative Yong Hye-in's rise in recognition, and concerns were also raised about how this approach would play out in future hearings.

This appointment has drawn critical evaluation, being called the 'worst move' for Leader Lee Jae-myung. Warnings have followed that it could lead not only to a decline in approval ratings but also to internal party division.

In particular, comparing her to Representative Kang Sun-woo, expressions like 'seeing her again, Kang Sun-woo was a saint' appeared, strongly indicating a negative perception of this appointment. This suggests the possibility of leading to a general distrust of personnel policies.