The National Power Party is responding to the tense situation at the Handball Stadium in Olympic Park, Seoul, where a protest against vote counting is underway. Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk is mediating to prevent physical clashes as sports organizations attempt to enter the venue.
National Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk is resisting calls for his resignation, citing a rebound in party support and public opinion favoring a by-election due to ballot shortages. Opposing factions, including the 'pro-Han Dong-hoon' group and progressive lawmakers, are increasing pressure, with an upcoming lawmakers' meeting expected to be pivotal.
National Power Party leaders urged voters to participate in the upcoming local elections, warning that a loss could lead to news about Lee Jae-myung's trial being dropped and criticizing the opposition's perceived arrogance and potential for controlling citizens' lives.
Shin Dong-wook, a co-chair of the National Power Party's election committee, is facing internal criticism for cheering on rival candidate Ha Jung-woo of the Democratic Party during a by-election campaign. Shin explained it was a casual greeting, but the 'Han Dong-hoon faction' within the party views it as an act against their candidate, Han Dong-hoon.
