Two separate polls, Hangil Research and Jowon C&I, revealed strong public support for the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, following the controversial declaration of martial law. Support consistently exceeded 75 percent across both surveys, with higher percentages among younger age groups and progressive political leanings. Regional support varied, but even traditionally conservative regions showed significant backing for impeachment. The surveys employed different methodologies, yet both indicated substantial public dissatisfaction with the president’s actions.
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Following a failed suicide attempt, former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun was arrested for his role in President Yoon Suk Yeol’s controversial declaration of martial law. Simultaneously, police raided Yoon’s office as part of an intensifying investigation into the events, which included the deployment of troops to the National Assembly. The opposition party plans another impeachment vote against Yoon, whose actions have severely damaged South Korea’s political stability and international standing. The ongoing investigation centers on whether Yoon and others committed rebellion, potentially leading to his removal from office and a new presidential election.
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The commander of the 707th Special Missions Group, Kim Hyun-tae, issued a public apology for deploying troops to the National Assembly on December 3rd, following the declaration of emergency martial law. He accepted full responsibility for the actions of his 197 soldiers, stating that he ordered them to breach the building. Kim attributed the incident to his own incompetence and criticized former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun for utilizing the troops. Following the incident, the military prosecution sought an emergency travel ban on ten personnel, including Kim Hyun-tae and the Army Chief of Staff.
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John Q. Hosedrinker