On the 13th, Jung Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, voiced strong criticism against Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae for his opposition to the lawsuit concerning judicial reform laws. During a party meeting in the National Assembly, Jung expressed confusion over Cho's delayed response in addressing judicial reform debates, stating that enough public discourse had occurred prior. He branded Cho’s late response as a ‘major delayed reaction’ and ‘tantrum’, emphasizing that the reform efforts aimed at legal distortion crimes and increasing the number of Supreme Court justices would proceed without disruption in the upcoming parliamentary session.

In addition to his comments regarding Chief Justice Cho, Jung also highlighted a recent ruling involving former Minister of the Interior, Lee Sang-min, who received a seven-year prison sentence for his involvement in a state of emergency during the December 3rd incident. Jung questioned the appropriateness of the sentencing length, indicating a wider concern about perceived inconsistencies in judicial outcomes. This aligns with his broader agenda for justice reform, as he aims to instill greater accountability and integrity within South Korea’s judicial system.

As the upcoming trial ruling regarding former President Yoon Seok-yeol looms, Jung urged the judiciary to deliver a verdict reflecting constitutional order and judicial integrity. He expressed hope that the court's decisions would restore public trust in the legal system, which he believes has eroded due to biases and perceived injustices in previous rulings. Jung’s comments reflect a growing urgency among political leaders in South Korea to confront systemic issues within the judiciary amidst rising political tensions and public scrutiny of the legal processes.