Democratic Party's Lee Won-wook Resigns from Chief Floor Whip Position: "Body Damaged by Excessive Stress"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kang Nahum] Lee Won-wook, the Senior Deputy Floor Leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, announced his intention to resign from his senior position on the 23rd due to health reasons.

In a message sent to reporters that day, Lee said, "My back has always been in poor condition, but excessive stress and other factors have worsened my health," expressing his intention to resign.

He continued, "I wanted to step down a little earlier, but I felt it would be irresponsible, so I had no choice but to stay until the fast-track political situation ended," adding, "Please understand that it was an unavoidable decision because if I did not take care of my health even for a short time, I would face great difficulties during the election."

Lee explained, "On the 14th, the day after the Kindergarten Three Bills were finalized on the 13th, I informed the floor leader in advance that I would maintain my position only until the Lunar New Year at the latest, until a new senior deputy is found."

The successor to Lee has not yet been decided. The Democratic Party plans to announce the new senior deputy floor leader after discussions following the Lunar New Year holiday.

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