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South Korean political tension over administration and resh나

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South Korean politics remain defined by debates over administrative relocation to Sejong and intense scrutiny of President Lee Jae-myung’s cabinet nominees. As parliamentary hearings approach, the People Power Party (PPP) has demanded a total withdrawal of nominations, labeling the reshuffle a “disastrous personnel appointment.” Ministerial nominee Kim Seung-won faces escalating allegations, including a potential lobbying scandal involving COVID-19 drug clinical trials. Critics, including former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo, have characterized the controversy as “bar madam politics,” alleging Kim used a broker to influence the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety. ~~Additionally, claims persist regarding salary increases for Kim’s family~~ New allegations from PPP members ~~within~~ include discrepancies in his spouse's asset disclosures and the operation of an unregistered educational facility. Some lawmakers have suggested his nomination was an attempt to secure a ~~social cooperative despite declining profits.~~ compliant official to assist with legal issues facing the administration. Yong Hye-in, nominated for Minister of Gender Equality and Family, faces scrutiny over her decision to maintain her seat as a proportional representative and allegations of maintaining private or “underground” organizations. ~~Yong~~ The PPP has ~~rejected calls to resign~~ linked her ~~seat, arguing~~ appointment to flaws in the ~~dual role is legally permitted,~~ mixed-member proportional representation system and has ~~denied allegations of improper real estate transactions.~~ called for her resignation. The vetting process has expanded to include real estate ~~controversies. Economic Deputy Prime Minister nominee~~ controversies involving nominees Lee ~~Hyeong-il is facing questions regarding a Gwacheon apartment he has owned for 17 years but resided in for only four months. Ministry of SMEs and Startups nominee~~ Hyeong-il, Lee ~~So-young has been accused of “gap investment” regarding a Seoul apartment, a charge she defended by citing her residency as a newlywed. Defense Minister nominee~~ So-young, and Kang ~~Shin-cheol is also embroiled in controversy regarding allegations of organized “demolition resident” status acquisition to secure housing allotments. The~~ Shin-cheol. These mounting controversies have coincided with a decline in President Lee’s approval ratings, which recently hit 34.6% positive against 62.8% negative. Additionally, the PPP has criticized President Lee’s recent remarks regarding constitutional term limits, describing them as an “evasive attempt” to avoid committing to not seeking re-election through constitutional amendments. Internal party debates also continue regarding whether to restore the membership of independent lawmaker Han Dong-hoon for the upcoming confirmation hearings.

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