Ruling Party Circles Voice Concerns Over Prosecutor Appointments

Concerns are being raised within and around the ruling party regarding the appointment of former prosecutors to key positions, specifically as Senior Secretary for Civil Affairs and Secretary for Judicial Affairs.

While the presidential office explained that understanding the prosecution's internal organization was prioritized, criticism has surfaced over appointing individuals who, as prosecutors during the Moon Jae-in administration, had deemed these same figures as criminals. Criticism also targets placing former prosecutors in roles responsible for prosecution and judicial reform.

A recent poll shows the president's approval rating, which had maintained an advantage since inauguration, has fallen below negative evaluations for the first time. With evidence of a shift in public sentiment, particularly among young voters in their 20s and 30s, the president has ordered policies aimed at appeasing youth sentiment and expanding opportunities, such as the 'Youth Future Savings' initiative.