Jo Kyung-tae "I hoped for early resignation but got impeachment... Han Dong-hoon system must be maintained"

On the 14th, Jo Kyung-tae, a member of the People Power Party, commented at the National Assembly regarding the passage of the impeachment motion against President Yoon Seok-yeol, saying, "I hoped the president would reassure the public by stepping down early, but although the suspension of duties due to impeachment came late, it will serve as an opportunity for the public to feel reassured."

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Jo made these remarks during a meeting with reporters after the plenary session ended that day.

Regarding the voting results, he said, "We expected about 12 to 15 votes in favor within the People Power Party, and 12 votes were cast," adding, "Han Dong-hoon, the leader of the People Power Party, said we must focus solely on the Republic of Korea and its people, and it seems that intention was reflected." At the party meeting, it was stated, "The party must take the fact that the president reached impeachment seriously," and "We must offer reflection and apology to the people."

Regarding calls for Han Dong-hoon's resignation from the leadership, he said, "It doesn't seem likely to happen," and added, "Han made great efforts to lift the martial law as well. I expect the current leadership to continue."

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