On October 10, the ethics committee of the People Power Party's Seoul chapter decided to recommend that Koh Sung-guk, an extreme right-wing YouTuber, withdraw from the party. This disciplinary action was taken after Koh suggested displaying photographs of former Presidents Chun Doo-hwan and Roh Tae-woo, both of whom were convicted for insurrection, at the party headquarters. The recommendation for withdrawal, a severe measure next only to expulsion, comes just over a month after Koh joined the party. The ethics committee's decision highlights ongoing factional conflicts within the party, particularly following a recent incident involving the expulsion of former leader Han Dong-hoon, leading to a cycle of retaliatory disciplinary actions among factional rivals.

In a public statement, the Seoul chapter's ethics committee condemned Koh's actions as a significant violation of party principles, citing his blatant denial of a Supreme Court ruling and his failure to uphold democratic values. They highlighted that his glorification of former presidents who have a history of insurrection and his endorsement of violent protests undermined the party’s moral standing and the public's trust. This criticism was further echoed by Kim Hyun-chul, Chairman of the Kim Young-sam Presidential Foundation and son of the late President Kim Young-sam, who characterized the party as devolving into a regressive faction.

The Seoul chapter explained that recommending withdrawal rather than expulsion was a nuanced decision based on Koh's status as a general party member and the short duration of his membership. While they acknowledged his misconduct, they framed the recommendation as an opportunity for him to leave the party voluntarily rather than being forcibly expelled. This situation underscores the party's urgency to restore discipline and public trust amid rising internal tensions stemming from factional conflicts and damaging public perceptions.