Unprecedented 'Ping-Pong': Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae Warns of Threat to Separation of Powers

Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae, attending the parliamentary audit of the Supreme Court held at the National Assembly today (October 6), addressed the issue of Supreme Court justice recommendations, stating, "Our Constitution stipulates that Supreme Court justices are appointed by the president upon the recommendation of the chief justice and with the consent of the National Assembly." He added, "In light of the intent of the Constitution, demanding testimony regarding the chief justice's recommendation of Supreme Court justices risks undermining the principles of the separation of powers and judicial independence." Further details are provided in the video. 

Written by Kim Minjeong | Video by Lee Da-in | Graphics by Yang Hye-min | Produced by SBS Digital News
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