Jeon Han-gil, a former Korean history figure with far-right tendencies, has issued relentless pressure on the People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk, warning he may withdraw support if Jang does not clarify his position on a key political alignment.
Jeon Han-gil, a far-right former history professor, has been applying increasing pressure on Jang Dong-hyuk, the leader of the People Power Party in South Korea, following Jang’s comments in a private meeting suggesting he has not aligned with the ‘Yoon Again’ movement. Jeon explicitly warned that if Jang's statement regarding his lack of support for this movement is true, it would label Jang as a ‘traitor’, threatening to retract his support. Jang's side, however, has not responded decisively to these accusations, which could have significant implications for Jang's leadership amid upcoming elections.
On the 9th, Jeon posted on his YouTube channel, reiterating his loyalty to former President Yoon Seok-yeol while making it clear that he would abandon anyone in the party who betrays the will of the people and party members. He demanded clarity from Jang within three days regarding whether Jang's disavowal of support for ‘Yoon Again’ reflects his official stance. Jeon’s mounting pressure emphasizes the delicate balance Jang must strike between appeasing far-right factions and maintaining broader party support, particularly in light of looming local elections.
The situation has polarized opinions within the party, with some of Jang’s supporters accusing Jeon of attempting to destabilize the leadership. Nonetheless, Jeon has maintained his stance, asserting that if the spokesperson’s comments reflect Jang's views, then Jang would be perceived as a betrayer who is defying his commitments. This confrontation raises concerns about the cohesion of the People Power Party and hints at deeper divisions within its ranks as they approach local elections, potentially jeopardizing their electoral success against the backdrop of increasing tensions within the party itself.
