‘I am rental sorry’: South Korea after removing from office

The Constitutional Court of South Korea has upheld the President’s impeachment Like Suk YeolOfficially removed him from the post and suddenly brought his controversial term to the end.
On Friday, the decision came after the political upheaval after months, which came after the announcement of Marshal Law, which triggered a nationwide protest and a terrible political crisis.
In a small statement after the verdict, Yun said, “I really sorry and my heart is feeling that I was unable to meet your expectations.”
Court rules and the works seriously violated the Constitution
The eight-member bench of the Constitutional Court unanimously ruled to maintain impeachment, saying that Yun’s martial law decree “had seriously violated the Constitution and other laws.” The court found that Yun gathered military and police forces in an attempt to suppress the Legislative Authority, an act that he considered unconstitutional.
Acting Chief Justice Moon Hyung-Bee said, “Finally, the declaration of martial law in the case violated important requirements for emergency martial law.” He said that despite the disruption caused by the President infection, it was necessary to remove the country’s constitutional order from the office.
South Korean response
The ruling gave rise to emotional reactions across the country. In Seoul, anti-national protesters burst into cheers, with some crying and dancing on the streets. The protesters dressed as a blue bear – an opposition mascot – celebrating their expulsion through the city.
Meanwhile, thousands of supporters gathered outside their official residence, waving the South Korean and American flag in disregard of the decision. Many cry because they saw the decision announced on the huge screen. “We will not move at all!” A protest leader said, “urged supporters to reject the ruling.”
Despite the deep division, no major violence was reported immediately.
South Korea faces fresh elections
The expulsion of Yun determines the platform for a new presidential election within two months. However, political stress is high, analysts warned that partition on impeachment can complicate the approach to South Korea’s international challenges, including relations with the US and North Korea.
Li j-mungWelcoming the decision of the opposition Democratic Party and at one point in the upcoming elections, welcoming the court’s decision, called it a victory for democracy. He said, “The courage of those who stood in front of guns, swords and tanks, with the bravery of the soldiers who refused to follow unjust orders, led the great revolution of light,” he said.
Criminal allegations have to be faced
The impeachment of this is not the end of his legal troubles. After the President’s immunity lost, he is now facing several criminal investigations, including possible allegations of misuse of power and rebellion. In January, he was arrested and motivated for his martial law decree, which could be convicted for life sentence or even death sentence.
Some critics suggest that the military intervention was an attempt to block an independent investigation into scams associated with his wife Kim Kane.