Lee Byung-tae, a controversial figure in South Korea, has been appointed alongside Jeong Il-yeon, a lawyer involved in a high-profile North Korea remittance case, raising public concerns.
On December 2, the Blue House announced appointments of several officials, including Lee Byung-tae, a former KAIST professor notorious for his controversial remarks, and Jeong Il-yeon, a lawyer involved in the North Korea remittance case. Lee, known for his radical conservative views, previously faced backlash for his statements equating pro-Japanese sentiments with normalcy and referring to the Sewol ferry disaster memorial events as symbols of societal vulgarity. These remarks have drawn considerable public outrage, leading to questions about his suitability for the post.
