On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the Republic of Korea's constitutional court delivered a landmark ruling, upholding the impeachment of Cho Ji-ho, commissioner general of the Korean National Police Agency. This decision instantly removes him from office.
What happened? The National Assembly approved the impeachment motion on December 12, 2024, accusing Cho of blocking lawmakers from entering the parliamentary building and deploying police officers to the National Election Commission during the emergency martial law imposed last December in former impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol's botched bid.
Why it matters This ruling underscores the strength of checks and balances in the ROK's democracy. For many young citizens, it's a reminder that authority comes with responsibility. 💪⚖️
What's next? As political and public reactions roll in, the spotlight shifts to how future security measures will be overseen. We'll keep you posted! 🔍
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South Korea's constitutional court upholds impeachment of police chief
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