The Court Labor Union in South Korea has demanded the resignation of Chief Justice Lee Jae-dae following the passage of three judicial reform bills in the National Assembly, expressing concerns over the potential negative impacts of the changes.
Amid the passage of three judicial reform bills led by the Democratic Party of Korea, the Court Labor Union has called for Chief Justice Lee Jae-dae to resign. They released a statement expressing their dismay at the Supreme Court's lack of awareness and capability in handling the expected adverse effects or misuse that could arise from these newly enacted laws. In a response to questions about the legislative changes, Chief Justice Lee acknowledged that no system is perfect and that improvements need to be assessed carefully, yet he also emphasized the importance of respecting the legislative process conducted by the National Assembly.
