Suspicions Raised Against Reps. Kim Seung-won and Yong Hye-in

The lobbying was understood to be an urging for the expedited processing of matters related to Genencell's new drug clinical trials. This situation reportedly occurred in real-time during the parliamentary inspection.

It is known that Judge Jeong and Rep. Kim Seung-won are senior and junior alumni from Seoul National University's law school. Rep. Kim Seung-won's side admits to the employment but denies any lobbying or quid pro quo.

After purchasing the shares, Ms. Yang Soo-jin sent a text message to Rep. Kim regarding the new drug. Subsequently, Sejong Medical's stock price surged with the news of the new drug's clinical trial approval. This amplifies suspicions of insider trading and lobbying.

During the Yoon Suk-yeol administration, a crackdown on violent construction unions, pursued as a key task of labor reform, led to 5,175 arrests and 153 detentions. However, under the Lee Jae-myung administration, 'geom-pok' practices, such as alleged forced hiring, demands for expedited payments, and overtime pay by construction unions, are showing signs of resurgence. Criticism has been raised that companies are giving up on crackdowns due to the pro-union stance, including the promotion of the Yellow Envelope Act.

It is pointed out that as idleness and complaints at construction sites intensify, construction union activities are spreading again. The analysis suggests that the deviant behavior of unions, largely curbed under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration, is once again rampant under the Lee Jae-myung administration. Criticism has been raised that the current government's pro-union stance and institutional benefits are fueling this phenomenon. Furthermore, as the construction industry's market shrinks, conflicts with non-union members are also intensifying.

Rep. Woo Jae-joon mentioned Han Dong-hoon's readmission to the People Power Party, arguing for the inclusion of former interim leader Han Dong-hoon as a hearing committee member for Rep. Kim Seung-won. However, strong opposition to Han Dong-hoon's readmission continues within the party. In particular, critical views on Han Dong-hoon's self-serving politics and methods of confrontation with the ruling party have been strongly expressed.

For Rep. Kim Seung-won's personnel hearing scheduled for the 15th, the Democratic Party rejected all 44 witnesses and 4 references requested by the People Power Party. The Democratic Party cited a past personnel hearing involving 11 prosecutors that yielded no results as their reason for rejecting witness selection.

Candidate Kim Seung-won initially stated that he met Yang Soo-jin at a place frequently visited by legal professionals. He later changed his statement, saying they met at a cafe or restaurant. However, court records confirmed that the 'Rotation Bar' operated by Yang Soo-jin was an entertainment establishment. This has raised suspicions that Candidate Kim is lying to conceal the fact that he met her at a modified entertainment venue.

Doubts have been raised as to whether Rep. Yong Hye-in's Basic Income Party properly met the requirements of having at least five provincial party offices out of 17 provinces and cities, with each provincial party having over 1,000 members, as stipulated by the Political Parties Act. In particular, suspicions of illicit operation arose, with farmhouses or the lawmaker's own apartment registered as provincial party offices. This was criticized as a typical tactic of phantom parties aimed at receiving government subsidies.

She explained that in the early stages of the party's founding, as the sole member, the representative made the decisions. It was pointed out that these remarks revealed Rep. Yong Hye-in's lack of a particular sense of problem regarding the issue of party privatization.

Rep. Yong Hye-in stated that she had no intention of denying her participation in a confidential faction, known as an 'underground organization,' from 2013 to 2017, during the intense public security crackdown by the Park Geun-hye administration. She claimed that the organization disbanded in 2017 due to a lack of self-correction capabilities, including a sexist culture. However, she avoided clear explanations regarding suspicions that the organization's essential goal was a communist revolution.

It is stated that while he tried to gain political advantage by utilizing Rep. Yong Hye-in, he is now facing various suspicions and criticisms, with even leader Lee Jae-myung under attack. Within the Democratic Party, there were demands for resignation, but Rep. Yong Hye-in's refusal has intensified the conflict. Furthermore, the possibility of certain forces, such as a left-wing underground group, being behind Rep. Yong Hye-in has also been raised.

The controversy further intensified as this contrasted with another judge who had granted a second arrest warrant request for the same charges. It was revealed that Judge Jeong and Rep. Kim Seung-won were Seoul National University alumni and former colleagues during their time in Jeonju, raising suspicions of favoritism.

The employment of a legislative assistant, a position that receives no formal salary beyond actual expenses, was seen as favoritism. The fact that a sitting judge did not recuse himself from a case involving a broker linked to judicial matters also drew criticism. It is pointed out that this series of situations demonstrates a close relationship between the lawmaker's office and the judiciary, contrary to the spirit of separation of powers.

A list of names, including Kang Hoon-sik, Lee Eon-ju (lawmaker's style), and Jung Chung-rae, who are being mentioned as Seoul mayoral candidates, was found in Rep. Kim Min-seok's notebook, causing a stir. Rep. Kim Min-seok explained that there were other names as well, such as Kim Hyun-jong, Kim Kyung-min, and Kim Jin. However, it was pointed out that the list was intentionally exposed to the public.

There is a lack of decisive evidence in the first-instance judgment, and the reliability of Mr. Myung Tae-kyun's selective quotation of remarks is also questioned. Furthermore, even if a by-election were to be held, it is generally assessed that the Democratic Party has a low probability of winning.

Rep. Lee Jin-suk parodied Rep. Kim Min-seok's notebook, appearing with a notebook containing the phrase 'Out' directed at Reps. Kim Seung-won and Yong Hye-in. This parody competition was criticized for going beyond the level of criticizing and attacking opponents, devolving into caricature. The analysis suggests that the hearing, which proceeded without references, witnesses, or data, led to the criticism targets being caricatured in this way.

An analysis suggests that former U.S. President Donald Trump maintained his distrust of Democratic Party of Korea leader Lee Jae-myung. Trump showed a cold reaction to Leader Lee Jae-myung's remarks during his visit to the U.S. In particular, Trump's refusal of the request for deployment to the Strait of Hormuz demonstrates the transactional nature of his foreign policy, prioritizing practical interests. This has led to a critical view of Leader Lee Jae-myung's diplomatic actions.

Rep. Yong Hye-in caused controversy by stating her intention to concurrently hold proportional representative lawmaker and ministerial positions. She cited 'share-out practice' as a reason for opposing resignation. In response, the opposition criticized Rep. Yong Hye-in for attempting a frame shift and redefining concepts. It was also pointed out that her actions could be perceived as greed and avarice.

It is criticized as inappropriate for operating a party office as a corporation. Spokesperson Kim Ki-heung refuted Rep. Yong Hye-in's explanation by raising these points and problems.

Fertilizer bags were found next to Rep. Yong Hye-in's press conference venue, leading to ridicule as 'Fertilizer Representative.' Questions also arose regarding the address notation method next to the motorcycle at the press conference. Furthermore, the timing of Leader Lee Jae-myung's return flight and the announcement of Rep. Yong Hye-in's press conference overlapped, raising questions about prior coordination or independent action. It is pointed out that all these situations lead to suspicions about the connection between Rep. Yong Hye-in's actions and Leader Lee Jae-myung.

In response, Spokesperson Kim Ki-heung pointed out that telephone interview polls like Korea Gallup have limitations in accurately reflecting rapid changes in public opinion and public sentiment. He analyzed that respondents tend not to answer as comfortably in telephone interviews as in ARS surveys. It was emphasized that these differences in survey methods can affect the approval rating results.