Jang Donghyuk: "I Will Present Oral Arguments in Election Appeal...The Hearing Should Be Broadcast"

Jang Donghyuk, leader of the People Power Party, stated on the 23rd, "I plan to directly present oral arguments at the Central Election Management Committee's election appeal hearing on the 27th." He added, "I request that the Central Election Management Committee allow the proceedings of the appeal hearing to be broadcast, whether live or recorded, so that the public can see the process."

Jang Donghyuk, leader of the People Power Party, is speaking at the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly on July 23, 2026. Photo by Hyunmin Kim

At the Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly on the morning of the same day, Jang remarked, "Recently, even the courts have allowed live broadcasts or have recorded and then broadcast arguments for cases that attract significant public interest." He made these comments in this context.

Jang noted, "The Central Election Management Committee, through its so-called 'reference materials,' delivered instructions leading the majority of city and provincial election commissions to submit opinions for dismissal regarding the election appeal." He continued, "Only the Seoul Metropolitan Election Commission submitted an unprecedented response requesting evidence examination and legal review, which indicates recognition of the seriousness of the issues revealed in this election."

Jang continued, "Due to the importance of this case and the public's right to know, I requested live broadcasting so that the public can witness how the appeal is processed. However, the Central Election Management Committee maintains a policy of not permitting live broadcasts." He further commented, "If the Central Election Management Committee truly recognizes the gravity and seriousness of this case, there is absolutely no reason to prohibit live broadcasting of the appeal."

Additionally, regarding the fact that the National Assembly’s Special Investigation Committee on the ballot paper shortage incident during the 9th nationwide local elections is set to conclude its activities in early August, Jang said, "If the period is not sufficient to fully address the public’s suspicions, the investigation should be extended, if necessary, to thoroughly resolve all doubts."

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