Jung Jin-seok: "The Case of Chu Mi-ae's Son Reminds Me of Nixon's Watergate"

Seoul Eastern District Prosecutors' Office: "Even if it is for Chu, it is an irreversible matter"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chun-han] On the 18th, Jeong Jin-seok, a member of the People Power Party, commented on the allegations of preferential treatment during military service involving the son of Minister of Justice Choo Mi-ae, saying, "It reminds me of the Watergate scandal of U.S. President Nixon," and added, "If the wrongdoing had been acknowledged from the start and forgiveness sought, the issue could have been resolved, but by holding out until the end and committing further illegal acts to hide the wrongdoing, they are making a grave mistake."

On the same day, Jeong stated on Facebook, "What could have been stopped with a hoe is now unstoppable even with a spade, and in the end, a backhoe has to be brought in," adding, "While the unauthorized military absence of Minister Choo's son is itself problematic, the more serious crime is the attempt to conceal the matter and cover it up with a retroactive leave order."

Jeong said, "Judging by Minister Choo's resolute attitude in her National Assembly responses, it seems she has decided not to back down until the end. However, the incident has already grown like a snowball," and described it as "struggling in a swamp and sinking deeper."

Jeong also remarked, "No matter how much the Seoul Eastern District Prosecutors' Office supports Minister Choo, this is an issue that cannot be reversed," and concluded, "In any case, the Chuseok table menu can only be 'Choo Choo Train'."

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