Jeon Han-gil, a YouTuber with a background as a history instructor, and Kim Hyun-tae, the former commander of the Army's Special Warfare Command, have accused Ahn Gyu-ryeong, deputy spokesperson for the Blue House, of attempting to seize firearms from military personnel during a crisis involving martial law declared in December. They lodged their complaint at the Seoul Yeongdeungpo Police Station, citing several charges related to their claims of her trying to disarm the troops while they were patrolling the National Assembly premises.

In response, Ahn Gyu-ryeong's legal representatives vehemently denied the allegations, asserting that no attempt was made to proactively seize weapons from military officers. They clarified that Ahn was subjected to physical restraint by military personnel during the event, which included her being grabbed and threatened. From their perspective, the actions taken by the military could themselves be construed as illegitimate, raising questions about the legality of the military's involvement in a civilian matter.

The controversy surrounding this incident highlights broader issues regarding the legality and constitutional validity of the military's involvement in civilian affairs, especially amid a declared state of emergency. Ahn's legal team suggested that the allegations are unfounded and seem designed to manipulate public opinion while downplaying the responsibility of the military in potentially unconstitutional actions. They warned that if these types of claims persist, they would consider pursuing legal action for defamation and spreading false information.