Senior Party Official Urges Caution on Member Discipline, Clashing with Colleague

Jeong Jin-seok, the floor leader of South Korea's People Power Party, has called for a cautious approach to disciplinary actions against party members. His statement comes amid growing internal conflict following remarks by Jang Dong-hyuk, who had previously mentioned the possibility of disciplinary measures against some lawmakers. Jeong's intervention suggests a move to slow down the disciplinary process, emphasizing that no formal procedures have been decided yet.

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Disciplinary actions against lawmakers must proceed with caution.

The controversy highlights a rift within the party, particularly concerning members aligned with former interim leader Han Dong-hoon. Kim Jae-sup, a junior lawmaker identified with this faction, publicly opposed the idea of disciplinary action, questioning the use of the ethics committee only for expulsions. This internal debate underscores tensions within the conservative party as it navigates internal dissent.

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The disciplinary process for lawmakers has only been announced and no decision has been made on how it will proceed. It is difficult to answer at this time.

Furthermore, Jeong Jin-seok criticized the main opposition Democratic Party for pushing forward with the election of standing committee chairpersons, including the powerful Legislation and Judiciary Committee. He accused the Democratic Party of "hijacking" the committee, a move he likened to actions taken in 2024, and expressed regret over the majority party's "tyranny."

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Isn't the ethics committee only mobilized when someone is expelled or excluded?