On September 9, the People Power Party (PPP) in South Korea officially adopted a resolution expressing their opposition to the political return of former President Yoon Seok-yeol and apologizing for the chaos caused by the declaration of the December 3 martial law. This resolution was adopted during an emergency general meeting of party lawmakers, with all 107 members present. The party articulated the necessity of moving forward and distancing itself from past leadership, particularly in light of the upcoming local elections scheduled for June 3, where the party faces significant electoral challenges. They expressed a commitment to focus on progress and unity within the party, rejecting any statements that could exacerbate internal conflicts.

Furthermore, the PPP emphasized that they cannot return to the past while addressing the larger issue of what they characterize as unconstitutional actions taken by the current administration under Lee Jae-myung. The laws and values upheld in the country are declared essential, and the party intends to ally with citizens who support democratic governance and constitutional integrity. This resolution also reflects the internal pressure from party members who are urging a clearer path forward, away from the lingering shadows of Yoon's presidency. During the meeting, party leader Jang Dong-hyuk refrained from making individual comments but showed respect for the collective sentiment expressed by the lawmakers.