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Sung Min-jong's Comprehensive Politics: The Controversy Over Consecutive-Term Constitutional Amendment; Sung Han-yong Says "President Lee Must Clearly State His Position," Heo Min Says "He Won't"

Jo Jaehaeng

Published : Aug 4, 2026 4:58 PM

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[Joo Young-jin's News Briefing]

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■ Broadcast: SBS <Joo Young-jin's News Briefing> Mon-Fri (14:00–15:20)
■ Host: Anchor Joo Young-jin
■ Discussion: Sung Han-yong, Senior Reporter at the Hankyoreh; Heo Min, Senior Reporter at Munhwa Ilbo
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● Will the Controversy Over Consecutive-Term Constitutional Amendment Die Down?

Sung Han-yong / Senior Reporter at the Hankyoreh
"President Lee will state his position on the 'consecutive-term constitutional amendment' at an appropriate opportunity."
"After a cabinet reshuffle, the number of ministers with political backgrounds is likely to decrease."

Heo Min / Senior Reporter at Munhwa Ilbo
"The controversy over the president's 'consecutive-term constitutional amendment' will not die down... frequent mentions by close aides."
"President Lee should have expressed his stance on the 'consecutive-term constitutional amendment' controversy even while on an overseas trip."

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