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Justice Minister picks narrowed
Park Gyun-taek, Yang Boo-nam leading
In short
The Justice Minister position has been vacant for two months.
The presidential office narrowed candidates to two lawmakers: Park Gyun-taek and Yang Boo-nam.
Both lawmakers faced controversy for involvement in handling President Lee Jae-myung's legal risks.
Key facts
| When | On October 25, the presidential office narrowed candidates to the two lawmakers. |
|---|---|
| Who | Democratic Party lawmakers Park Gyun-taek and Yang Boo-nam are under strong consideration as Justice Minister candidates. |
| What | The presidential office is proceeding with personnel selection for the Justice Minister post vacant for two months. |
| How | The presidential office is conducting personnel vetting including background checks on both lawmakers. |
What it means for me
Citizens should monitor changes in investigation and prosecution operations following the Justice Minister replacement.
