Han Dong-hoon: 'Ha Jung-woo, A Proxy War for President Lee... AI Seems Like an Accessory'

In a pointed critique that signals the intensifying political maneuvering ahead of the Busan North Gap by-election, former interim leader of the People Power Party (PPP), Han Dong-hoon, has launched a sharp attack on Ha Jung-woo, a senior presidential aide for AI Future Planning. As reported by News1 via Dong-A Ilbo, Han metaphorically described Ha's candidacy as being reduced to an 'accessory' for AI, suggesting that the focus on technological promises has overshadowed the candidate himself.

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AI seems to have become an accessory to Ha Jung-woo.

Han further accused the current administration, led by President Lee Jae-myung, of leveraging the allure of massive AI investments as a mere stepping stone for by-election candidates. He framed Ha's potential run as a 'proxy battle' orchestrated by the President, implying that Ha's decision to run was not entirely his own but dictated by presidential directives. Han declared his intention to use this election as an opportunity to expose the government's failings and reflect the true public sentiment.

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The AI was put aside after a month of deliberation on whether it would come out or not.

The former leader also turned his attention to Park Min-sik, another contender for the nomination, criticizing his past actions and remarks. Han dismissed calls for party unification, asserting that it is too early for such political calculations and highlighting his own significant increase in support, claiming to have overtaken rivals in recent polls. He articulated a vision for 'rebuilding conservative politics,' positioning himself as the key figure to restore balance to the nation's political landscape, which he believes has been disrupted by the erosion of conservative values. Han's strong stance and direct challenges underscore his ambition and determination to lead the conservative movement.

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For the Lee Jae-myung administration, AI was like a launchpad for by-election candidates.