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Will there be public protests in South Korea over Constitutional Court independence by end of 2025?
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South Korea's National Assembly Approves Constitutional Court Justices Ma Eun-hyuk, Jeong Gye-seon, and Cho Han-chang with 193 Votes in Favor
Dec 26, 2024, 06:13 AM
On December 26, 2024, the National Assembly of South Korea approved the appointment of three candidates for the Constitutional Court: Ma Eun-hyuk, Jeong Gye-seon, and Cho Han-chang. The motion received overwhelming support, with 193 votes in favor from a total of 195 members present, surpassing the required majority of 151 votes. The approval marks a significant step in the judicial appointments process, as the candidates were jointly recommended by the Democratic Party and the People Power Party. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions regarding the composition and independence of the Constitutional Court.
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