President Moon apologizes to the public, virtually a warning to the 尹

President Moon Jae-in apologized to the public on the 25th for the controversy over the disciplinary action of Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-yeol. It has been one day since the court decided to suspend the punishment of President Yun. President Moon talked about “fair and restrained exercise of the prosecution’s power.” In fact, it is a warning to Yun. The decision of the court led to President Yoon’s office, which dampened the Moon Jae-in administration’s drive for the’prosecution reform’, but it can be interpreted as showing his will not to give in.

文, “respect for decision” for court, “word of apology” for citizens

President Moon said through the Blue House spokesman Kang Min-seok that “we respect the court’s decision” on returning to office as President Yoon. He said, “As a personnel authority, I apologize for causing inconvenience and confusion to the people.” It was an apology for the exhausting controversy caused by the conflict between Miae Chu and Seokyeol Yoon. Although Minister Chu has already expressed his appreciation, it seems that the situation has not been completely resolved due to the return of President Yoon’s work.

On the 7th, President Moon said, “I am very sorry as the President because the confused political situation is causing worries to the people,” and on the 16th, he said, “I am very sorry.” However, it was also interpreted that the expression’consequently’ used by President Moon on that day contains the thought of President Moon that’to some extent pain is inevitable in the process of reforming the prosecution.’

“Reflect” to the prosecution… Willingness to complete the prosecution reform

Unlike the apology to the people, the message to the prosecution was firm. President Moon said, “I look forward to giving the prosecution an opportunity to reflect on the fair and restrained exercise of the prosecution’s power, keeping in mind the judgment of the court.” Despite the court’s judgment on the disciplinary action of President Yun, it was once again a reminder of the meaning of President Moon’s reapproval of the disciplinary bill.

He emphasized, “In particular, I hope that there will be no more controversy about collecting or inspecting personal information other than criminal information.” The previous day, while the court pointed out the flaws in the disciplinary procedure of President Yun, it specifically mentioned the fact that the prosecution decided that it was inappropriate to collect information about the propensity of the court. There have also been observations that there is a specific pressure on Yoon, who has to continue living in uncomfortable cohabitation over this.

Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae, who expressed his appreciation to President Moon on the 16th by suggesting the disciplinary action of President Yoon, did not say anything about his return to President Yoon.

President Yoon went to work at the Daejeon Hall in Seocho-gu, Seoul at about 12 p.m. on that day and presided over a countermeasure meeting related to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (Corona 19) in detention facilities such as the Seoul East Detention Center. After the disciplinary action was canceled due to a court decision the night before, there was no further statement of position beyond that of saying, “I will do my best to preserve the constitutional spirit, rule of law, and common sense.” It is expected that Yoon, who returned to work, will focus on investigating the’living power’, including the Cheong Wa Dae’s intervention in the Ulsan mayoral election and the suspicion of the early closure of Wolseong Unit 1 until his term of office next July.

Moon struggling with’transformation’… Starting with Chu Miae’s resignation?

President Moon’s position came out a day after the court ruling. An official at the Blue House explained the background on the day, “(Chu Mi-ae and Yoon Seok-yeol) are willing to close the confusion and conflict. A stable state administration is urgently needed.” It can be seen that President Moon quickly sent a message when concerns that he could face a serious crisis, such as a’lame duck’ even in his passport, were mentioned.

President Moon emphasized the importance of reforming the prosecution, saying, “The Ministry of Justice and the prosecution should continue to carry out follow-up measures such as reform of the prosecution and the right to investigate through stable cooperation.” However, it is significant that President Moon asked not only the prosecution but also the Ministry of Justice for a’stable cooperation relationship’. Since it is impossible for President Yoon and Minister Chu to achieve “harmony,” it is highly likely that President Moon will sooner or later settle the situation toward accepting Chu’s appreciation.

However, the general atmosphere is that it is not easy for President Moon to find a clear option to change the current phase. In particular, as the number of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus infection (Corona 19) is peaking every day, and criticism that it was easy to introduce a vaccine, an emergency light is on in state administration. The decline in the presidential approval rating is seldom finding a rebound point.

For this reason, a method for President Moon to come and seek understanding from the people is being reviewed. An official in the passport said on the day, “It is time for President Moon to briefly explain the parts that the people itch and seek understanding.” The Blue House is also contemplating various ways of communicating with the public, such as a New Year’s press conference.

Shin Eun-byul reporter [email protected]

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