Jang Dong-hyeok: "Stop Inflicting Pain on the People and Step Down from the Presidency"

People Power Party Leader Jang Dong-hyeok criticized President Lee Jae-myung's press conference, stating that "there was no reflection on state affairs failures," and asserted that the president "must step down from his position."

Leader Jang stated his position on President Lee's press conference at the National Assembly on Friday afternoon (September 18).

Jang claimed, "In the end, he refused the shift in state administration policy that the people wanted," adding, "From beginning to end, he only blamed others."

He continued, "Today clearly confirmed that we can no longer expect any change or unity from President Lee Jae-myung," adding, "It was a waste of time and an insult to our ears."

"Now, the people must judge," Jang said, pledging, "The People Power Party will meticulously look after the public livelihoods that the president has cast aside like a worn-out shoe."

When asked whether he believes President Lee should be impeached, Jang replied, "The people have likely already made their judgment," adding, "More than a few of the various systems that have already been altered violate the Constitution."

He also added, "I believe the time has come for him to step down from the presidency rather than continuing to be a source of pain for the people."

Regarding a potential move to push through the appointment of Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won, Jang stated, "I believe it is necessary to consider and keep open stronger means of struggle than the national report rally scheduled for September 22."

Jang drew a line against calls from some within his party suggesting they should join constitutional revision discussions since President Lee stated he has no intention of seeking a second term.

Jang said, "Floor Leader Jeong Jeom-sik also made the stance clear during his speech representing the negotiating bloc that there will be no constitutional amendment under the Lee Jae-myung administration," adding, "I have stated multiple times that as long as President Lee Jae-myung remains in the presidency, that in itself is an obstacle to constitutional revision."

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