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Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae mourning father's death amid judicial nomination dispute
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Cho Hee-dae is mourning the passing of his father, Cho Bu-hwan, who died at age 93. Due to the bereavement, Cho has declined external condolences and is not attending his scheduled duties.
His absence coincides with a period of political tension regarding the re-nomination of Supreme Court justices. The Blue House recently requested a re-nomination after determining that the previous submission lacked sufficient procedural completeness and consultation with the President. Consequently, the Chief Justice's expected announcement regarding his official stance on the re-nomination process is likely to be delayed.
The Chief Justice's absence from a scheduled National Assembly Legislation and Judiciary Committee inquiry has drawn criticism from lawmakers. Committee Chair Seo Young-kyo suggested that legal measures could be considered for his failure to appear, while other members criticized the delay in the nomination process.
In response to the bereavement, President Lee Jae-myung instructed Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik to personally visit the funeral to offer condolences on behalf of the administration. The Democratic Party is also reportedly considering offering condolences and adjusting its political stance during the mourning period.
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Cho Hee-dae · Kang Hoon-sik · Lee Jae-myung · National Assembly of South Korea · Supreme Court of Korea
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae is declining external condolences to hold a private funeral. www.hidomin.com · www.imaeil.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] President Lee Jae-myung instructed Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik to personally visit the funeral to show respect.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Blue House requested that the Chief Justice re-nominate candidates after finding the previous nomination process lacked sufficient consultation. biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Cho Hee-dae's father, Cho Bu-hwan, passed away at the age of 93. www.hidomin.com · www.imaeil.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Chief Justice's announcement regarding the re-nomination of Supreme Court justice candidates is expected to be delayed. www.hidomin.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Committee Chair Seo Young-kyo suggested legal action could be taken due to the Chief Justice's absence from the hearing. www.imaeil.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] President Lee Jae-myung instructed Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik to personally visit the funeral to offer condolences.
- [DISPUTED] Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae will not attend the National Assembly Legislation and Judiciary Committee inquiry. www.hidomin.com · www.imaeil.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae is declining external condolences for his father's funeral. www.hidomin.com · www.imaeil.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Blue House requested that Chief Justice Cho re-nominate a Supreme Court justice candidate. www.hidomin.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Cho Hee-dae's father, Cho Bu-hwan, passed away at age 93. www.hidomin.com · www.imaeil.com · biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Chief Justice's official position on the re-nomination of Supreme Court justice candidates is expected to be delayed due to the bereavement. www.hidomin.com · biz.heraldcorp.com