Han Dong-hoon, the former leader of the People Power Party in South Korea, visited the Seomun Market in Daegu, which is seen as a barometer of local sentiment, to express his commitment to addressing the challenges facing the conservative party. He emphasized that it is crucial to break away from the current political direction under President Yoon Seok-yeol, stating that he is willing to take the lead in overcoming the party's difficulties. This visit is interpreted as a potential signal for his candidacy in the upcoming by-elections alongside the local elections, as he seeks to rally local support.

During his visit, Han was met with enthusiastic support from a crowd of supporters who waved signs and shouted his name, contrasting sharply with the more subdued atmosphere of a previous visit by another party official. Han's remarks about the 'urgent need' for conservative reconstruction resonated with the crowd, many of whom expressed confidence in his ability to lead the party to victory. Despite facing opposition from a small concurrent protest, no conflicts occurred, indicating a largely supportive and energized environment for Han's political maneuvering in Daegu.

Han addressed questions about his potential candidacy, making it clear that while he is open to running in the by-elections, his primary focus is on fostering a strong push for conservative revival spearheaded by the citizens. He criticized the current leadership under the 'Jang Dong-hyuk administration' for failing to effectively address the party's challenges and indicated that broader support is needed to initiate real change within the party and ultimately the political landscape in South Korea.