The South Korean Constitutional Court reinstated Prime Minister Han Duck-soo as acting president by overturning his impeachment, which was voted on by the court's justices. The ruling was notable as it found insufficient grounds for impeachment, with ongoing deliberations regarding the suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol's fate. Han, who had been appointed following Yoon's impeachment, was previously suspended for not appointing justices. In his address post-ruling, Han emphasized the importance of unity amidst political polarization and the need to focus on geopolitical challenges.
Judges determined the grounds for Han's impeachment were insufficient, emphasizing a need for a stronger legislative majority in impeachment motions.
Following the ruling, Han expressed gratitude to the court and highlighted the importance of national unity in the face of political division.
The Constitutional Court's decision restores Han to the highest office as it continues deliberations on the fate of suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol.
Han's reinstatement occurs amidst ongoing concerns about political polarization, indicating an urgent need for cooperation among South Korea's lawmakers.
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