Critics have condemned use of privilege as ‘bulletproof vest,’ but others see safeguard against executive overreach
Main opposition Democratic Party (DP) leader Lee Jae-myung made an unexpected announcement last month that he would forgo his parliamentary immunity from arrest, insisting he has nothing to hide despite being under prosecution investigation.
Lee voiced his declaration during a National Assembly address on June 19, criticizing the Yoon administration for allegedly prioritizing “raids, arrests and political strife” rather than addressing economic and diplomatic issues.
Main opposition Democratic Party (DP) leader Lee Jae-myung made an unexpected announcement last month that he would forgo his parliamentary immunity from arrest, insisting he has nothing to hide despite being under prosecution investigation.
Lee voiced his declaration during a National Assembly address on June 19, criticizing the Yoon administration for allegedly prioritizing “raids, arrests and political strife” rather than addressing economic and diplomatic issues.
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