Democratic leader Jeong Cheong-rae urges full abolition of prosecution's investigation rights

Jeong Cheong-rae, a prominent figure in South Korea's Democratic Party, is actively emphasizing the party's "legitimacy" and "DNA" as the party approaches its national convention. This focus on core identity and principles appears to be a key theme in his public statements and social media activities.

Central to Jeong's current political agenda is the complete abolition of the prosecution's supplementary investigation rights. He has publicly urged the government to prepare for the "perfect abolition" of these rights, including any related executive orders, by October 2nd. This deadline aligns with the planned launch of the Public Prosecutors' Office and the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO), suggesting a strategic push to finalize legal reforms before these new bodies are established.

Jeong's call for immediate action follows Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's statement that the government's "final position is the abolition of supplementary investigation rights" and that the government would not submit its own bill to the National Assembly. Jeong welcomed this announcement but reiterated his demand for a "perfect abolition" through executive orders as well, expressing concern that delays could be interpreted as a lack of genuine intent to abolish the rights.

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We will completely abolish the prosecution's supplementary investigation rights in the National Assembly, so please prepare for the perfect abolition of the executive order as well.

The broader political landscape also includes discussions about former President Moon Jae-in's recent activities. Reports indicate a planned luncheon between President Lee Jae-myung and former President Moon Jae-in on July 1st at Cheong Wa Dae. Additionally, Moon Jae-in is scheduled to participate in a book talk with author Yoo Si-min. These engagements highlight the continued influence and involvement of past leadership within the party's narrative.

Amidst the intensifying race for the party leadership, with Jeong Cheong-rae, Kim Min-seok, and Song Young-gil being key contenders, there are calls for caution against excessive campaigning. Woo Won-shik, another party member, expressed concern that the focus on power struggles might overshadow the public's current difficulties. The article also briefly touches upon other political developments, including potential controversies surrounding other party members and external political events in the U.S. and Iran.

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The abolition of supplementary investigation rights is the government's final position.