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South Korea’s presidential aides have tendered their resignations en masse amid escalating political turmoil, sparking intense nationwide discussions.

This dramatic move follows the controversy surrounding acting President Choi Sang-mok’s approval of two new judges for the Constitutional Court, which will soon rule on the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk Yeol.

The aides, including Yoon’s chief of staff, policy chief, national security advisor, and special advisor on foreign affairs and security, have offered to step down, citing the need to take responsibility for Yoon’s recent actions.

However, it’s unclear whether Yoon will accept their resignations, as their simultaneous departure could disrupt critical administrative functions.

The political crisis in South Korea has been intensifying, with Yoon facing investigations into his alleged role in leading an insurrection and a recent attempt to declare martial law.

The situation remains volatile, with the presidential office in a precarious position.

President Yoon Suk Yeol’s top aides, including his chief of staff, policy chief, national security advisor, and special advisor on foreign affairs and security, have collectively offered their resignations, citing the need to take responsibility for Yoon’s recent actions.

This dramatic move follows the controversy surrounding Yoon’s failed attempt to declare martial law on December 3, which was met with fierce opposition from the National Assembly and the public.

The aides’ resignations appear to be an attempt to address the fallout from Yoon’s declaration, which was widely criticized as an overreach of executive power.

Acting President Choi’s senior secretaries have offered their resignations, but they haven’t been accepted yet.

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These secretaries have been backing Choi since he took over as acting president, although they don’t participate in daily government operations.

Instead, they report directly to Choi and attend meetings when needed.

The latest resignation offer came after Choi approved the appointment of two new judges to the Constitutional Court, bringing the total number of justices to eight.

Notably, a minimum of six judges must agree to reach a decision in President Yoon’s case.

Choi’s decision faced criticism from Yoon’s ruling People Power Party, which described it as “dogmatic” and lacking proper consultations.

Choi assumed the acting presidency after Prime Minister Han Duck-soo’s impeachment, who had been serving as acting president since Yoon’s suspension on December 14.

President Yoon is currently under investigation for allegations of leading an insurrection.

In a historic first for a sitting president, a Seoul district court granted approval for his arrest on Tuesday.


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