On December 12, the Seoul Central District Court sentenced former Minister of the Interior and Safety Lee Sang-min to seven years in prison for his involvement with a rebellion group, referring specifically to the 'rebellion group' that included former President Yoon Seok-yeol and former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun. Even though Lee argued he did not participate in specific violent actions planned by the group, the court found that Lee had taken orders related to media suppression from the rebellion group, thus acknowledging his partial involvement in the overall rebellion activities.

The case sheds light on the connections between former officials of the Chungam High School alumni association, notorious for producing political figures implicated in serious allegations of rebellion. The naming of Yoon Seok-yeol and Kim Yong-hyun alongside Lee emphasizes their shared educational background, with the court recognizing their collective roles in alleged unconstitutional activities. As the situation develops, it reveals the extent to which these individuals may have influenced national affairs post their graduation, highlighting critical intersections of education and political power.

Chungam High School has faced backlash, including phone complaints from the public, due to its association with figures now under scrutiny for rebellion-related accusations. The student council at the school publicly distanced current students from the actions of former students, highlighting the ongoing societal tensions related to these cases. The implications of these judgments may resonate through Korean politics as public confidence in governance is tested amidst these high-profile legal challenges.