In a surprising turn of events, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon declined to register for the candidacy of the People Power Party for the upcoming local elections on June 3. Oh expressed that addressing the divisions within the party and breaking away from the 'Yoon Again' faction were his top priorities. His decision represents a critical stance against internal party dynamics, particularly in light of increasing tensions with party leader Jang Dong-hyuk, as these conflicts escalate within the party. The party's nomination management committee has extended the registration deadline but only a handful of candidates, including former lawmaker Yoon Hee-sook, have formally applied for the Seoul mayoral position.

Moreover, the absence of applications from prominent figures like Na Kyung-won and Ahn Cheol-soo indicates a broader discontent with the party's direction. Oh's abstention is seen as a warning to Jang, urging a reevaluation of the party's strategies and leadership methods. Just prior to his decision, Oh publicly criticized leadership that he deemed unqualified to direct party members into challenging scenarios without proper support. This narrative highlights the fractures within the party, with critical implications for its electoral prospects and future unity as they prepare to face the local elections slated for June.