South Korean opposition demands resignation of Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae

South Korea's main opposition party, the Democratic Party, has intensified its pressure on Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae, demanding his resignation. The party has sharply criticized Cho, labeling him a "once-in-a-lifetime Chief Justice" who allegedly denies democratic legitimacy.

The call for Cho's resignation marks a significant escalation in the political confrontation. It comes just four days after Kim Min-seok, the leader of the Democratic Party, first demanded the Chief Justice step down. The party's senior spokesperson, Park Sung-joon, held a press conference at the National Assembly to reiterate the demand, emphasizing Cho's perceived undermining of the judiciary's symbolic role.

According to the Democratic Party, Chief Justice Cho has failed to uphold the principles of the rule of law, which they argue should be symbolized by the head of the Supreme Court. The party's strong stance suggests a deep political divide regarding the judiciary's independence and its role within the democratic framework of South Korea.