Yong Hye-in faces scrutiny over ministerial nomination

Yong Hye-in, a member of the Basic Income Party and nominee for Minister of Gender Equality and Family, held a press conference on September 10 at the National Assembly to address ongoing controversies. During the briefing, she criticized the media and suggested that political opposition was fueling speculation.

Representative Joo Jin-woo of the People Power Party criticized Yong’s stance, characterizing her press conference as an attempt to deflect responsibility. He argued that her actions are negatively impacting political support and suggested that her nomination is already failing due to the controversies surrounding her and the nature of satellite proportional representation parties.

Reflecting on her political trajectory, observers noted Yong's previous efforts to gain visibility for minority parties, highlighting the tension between her ambitions and the scrutiny she currently faces during the ministerial nomination process.