취임 1돌 장동혁 “당원주권 2.0 시대”…당내 “용퇴하라” “함량 미달” 반발

National Assembly member Jeong Dong-hyuk, the president of the Minjoo Party of Korea, declared on the 26th during his one-year anniversary that he intends to expand the rights of party members, selecting local party chairpersons, vice chairpersons, and more directly involving party members in such matters. Despite party backlash, Jeong Dong-hyuk expressed his desire to see the implementation of the "direct election of vice chairpersons" principle.

The new chairman's focus on strengthening rights among party members over expanding connections with support groups caused controversy within the party, with some members suggesting resignation. During a press conference, Jeong Dong-hyuk reiterated his commitment to the "direct election of vice chairpersons" and emphasized the need for a rational standard, given the concerns surrounding the matter.

However, the news sparked criticism from within the party, with some members accusing Jeong Dong-hyuk of failing to create a reasonable path forward for the party, claiming that he is clinging to power for his own benefit.