{"id":2207896,"date":"2025-01-09T19:00:34","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T10:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/?p=2207896"},"modified":"2025-01-09T20:03:38","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T11:03:38","slug":"impeachment-turmoil-shapes-south-koreas-fast-tracked-presidential-election","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/2025\/01\/impeachment-turmoil-shapes-south-koreas-fast-tracked-presidential-election\/","title":{"rendered":"Impeachment turmoil shapes South Korea\u2019s fast-tracked presidential election"},"content":{"rendered":"

President Yoon Suk-yeol\u2019s <\/span>impeachment<\/span><\/a> and subsequent <\/span>arrest attempt<\/span><\/a> have intensified South Korea\u2019s political divisions, shaping the strategies of rival parties ahead of an expected early election.<\/span><\/p>\n

The ruling People Power Party (PPP) and the main opposition Democratic Party (DP) are advancing competing narratives to shape voter perceptions, turning the impeachment into a key battleground for political strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n

The election, which must take place before June 11 if the Constitutional Court upholds Yoon\u2019s impeachment, will test South Korea\u2019s democratic institutions in a polarized political climate.<\/span><\/p>\n

POLARIZATION AND INSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES<\/b><\/p>\n

The impeachment proceedings have brought South Korea\u2019s key institutions under intense political scrutiny, with both major parties accusing each other of undermining democratic principles.<\/span><\/p>\n

The DP has sharply criticized the Presidential Security Service (PSS), <\/span>alleging<\/span><\/a> it is behaving like a \u201crebel army\u201d by shielding Yoon from lawful arrest. DP spokespersons have <\/span>called<\/span><\/a> on PSS personnel to refuse illegal orders, warning that continued protection of Yoon could make them complicit in his alleged insurrection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, the DP has framed the PSS\u2019 actions as emblematic of a broader abuse of power under Yoon\u2019s presidency, leveraging the narrative to galvanize support for its impeachment efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n

The PPP, in turn, has focused its criticism on the Constitutional Court, accusing it of bias and collusion with the DP. Party officials have <\/span>alleged<\/span><\/a> that the court is advancing the DP\u2019s political agenda by prioritizing Yoon\u2019s impeachment over other pending cases, including challenges involving DP-backed officials.<\/span><\/p>\n

PPP leaders have also pointed specifically to the DP-led National Assembly legal team\u2019s reported request to withdraw insurrection charges against Yoon. The PPP argues that this move, combined with the court\u2019s prioritization of the case, negates the initial impeachment vote, reflecting the party\u2019s broader strategy of portraying the impeachment as a \u201cfraudulent coup.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, public dissatisfaction with both parties remains high. While a <\/span>December Gallup Korea survey<\/span><\/a> indicates that the DP\u2019s approval rating is 48% and the PPP\u2019s is 24%, the survey also revealed that 21% of voters remain undecided.<\/span><\/p>\n

The fact that such a significant number of voters remain undecided in spite of Yoon\u2019s martial law declaration highlights widespread frustration with both parties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Perceptions of institutional partisanship risk alienating these crucial swing voters, who may ultimately determine the outcome of the election.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Democratic Party lawmakers, led by floor leader Park Chan-dae, hold placards calling for the ruling People Power Party to be disbanded for its defense of President Yoon Suk-yeol, Jan. 8, 2025 | Image: Democratic Party of Korea<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY\u2019S ELECTION STRATEGY<\/b><\/p>\n

The DP has framed its campaign around defending democracy and restoring accountability, using Yoon\u2019s impeachment as a centerpiece. The DP has sought to portray the impeachment as a necessary response to alleged abuses of power, insurrection and corruption during Yoon\u2019s presidency.<\/span><\/p>\n

The DP\u2019s repeated push for <\/span>two special counsel bills<\/span><\/a> targeting Yoon and first lady Kim Keon-hee, over the former\u2019s martial law declaration and the latter\u2019s alleged involvement in a stock manipulation scheme and election interference, is a cornerstone of its strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n

While Acting President Choi Sang-mok <\/span>vetoed<\/span><\/a> these bills, the DP has vowed to reintroduce revised versions, signaling its determination to sustain momentum ahead of the election.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, if DP-led National Assembly legal team\u2019s reported request to withdraw insurrection charges against Yoon proves accurate, it would reflect the party\u2019s desire to expedite the trial. Insurrection, which is a criminal matter, requires extensive witness testimonies and evidence review, which are time-consuming.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, the Constitutional Court stated that it will determine whether to accept the request and did not indicate how it would decide.<\/span><\/p>\n

For its part, the PPP argues that withdrawing insurrection charges \u2014 a charge that the DP denies \u2014 is an attempt to expedite Yoon\u2019s impeachment trial to benefit its leader, Lee Jae-myung, who faces his own <\/span>legal troubles<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The reported withdrawal request, which domestic media outlets have widely covered, has opened the DP to accusations of inconsistency, potentially undermining its broader message of accountability. Moreover, it could alienate undecided voters fatigued by the party\u2019s <\/span>impeachment<\/span><\/a> spree<\/span><\/a> while the country faces <\/span>economic and geopolitical headwinds<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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People Power Party lawmakers, led by Emergency Response Committee Chairman Kwon Young-se and floor leader Kwon Seong-dong, hold placards calling for the withdrawal of Yoon’s impeachment, which they describe as “fraudulent,” Jan. 4, 2025 | Image: People Power Party<\/a><\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

THE PEOPLE POWER PARTY\u2019S ELECTION STRATEGY<\/b><\/p>\n

The PPP has <\/span>claimed<\/span><\/a> that the DP is leveraging impeachment proceedings and institutional actions to consolidate power ahead of the election. This narrative seeks to portray the DP as prioritizing political vendettas over the country\u2019s pressing economic and social issues, including a volatile currency.<\/span><\/p>\n

A central pillar of the PPP\u2019s strategy is its criticism of the Constitutional Court and the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO). Besides accusing the court of procedural bias, the PPP has accused the CIO of overstepping its authority in seeking to arrest Yoon.<\/span><\/p>\n

The party <\/span>argues<\/span><\/a> that the arrest warrant itself was procedurally flawed and politically motivated, citing claims of \u201cjudge-shopping\u201d and other irregularities. PPP leaders, including floor leader Kwon Seong-dong, have publicly condemned the CIO\u2019s actions, alleging that they undermine the rule of law and further polarize the political landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n

Further, PPP spokespersons have even <\/span>questioned<\/span><\/a> the need for the CIO\u2019s continued existence following the organization\u2019s decision to request that the police handle the arrest warrant for Yoon after CIO officials failed to do so on Jan. 3.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to attacking the DP\u2019s impeachment strategy, the PPP is attempting to shift public discourse to economic issues. Party officials have <\/span>criticized<\/span><\/a> the DP for neglecting economic management, arguing that the impeachment proceedings have distracted the government from addressing inflation, unemployment and economic stagnation.<\/span><\/p>\n

The PPP has framed itself as the party of stability, emphasizing the need for responsible governance to navigate economic challenges.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, the PPP\u2019s attempts to steer the narrative face significant obstacles. The party\u2019s decision to boycott the first attempt to impeach Yoon, followed by the majority of its lawmakers later voting against impeachment, prevents it from presenting itself as a stabilizing force. These decisions link the party to Yoon\u2019s martial law declaration, hurting its chances to appeal to undecided voters.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, the PPP\u2019s lack of a clear unifying leader further undermines its election strategy. The party has yet to consolidate support around a single figure, with multiple leadership hopefuls <\/span>vying for prominence<\/span><\/a>. Further, no PPP figure is garnering much support. Those with the highest approval ratings are former party leader Han Dong-hoon and Daegu City Mayor Hong Jun-pyo, who are tied at 5%.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Lee Jae-myung\u2019s approval rating is 37%.<\/span><\/p>\n

A POLARIZED ELECTION<\/b><\/p>\n

Both parties\u2019 strategies reflect broader polarization, with the DP framing the election as a fight for democratic accountability and the PPP emphasizing stability and fairness. These competing narratives highlight the erosion of institutional trust, as each side questions the legitimacy of actions taken by the PSS, the Constitutional Court and the CIO.<\/span><\/p>\n

Undecided voters will play a pivotal role in determining the election outcome. Both parties will attempt to exploit public frustration with partisan infighting and institutional dysfunction to secure their support.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, both parties\u2019 weaponization of institutions in this crisis has exposed vulnerabilities in South Korea\u2019s democratic framework. While the PPP and the DP have successfully rallied their respective base voters, it remains unclear if they have what it takes to convince undecided voters that they deserve to be the country\u2019s next stewards.<\/span><\/p>\n

Edited by Alannah Hill<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Domestic Politics<\/span><\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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