South Korea’s constitutional court confirmed Monday it will hold President Yoon Suk-yeol’s first impeachment pretrial hearing this Friday 🗓️, despite attempts to delay the process. The court ruled that legal documents were effectively delivered on December 20, even after Yoon’s security team refused to accept them 🚫📄.
A Legal Battle Over Presidential Powers
The impeachment motion, passed by South Korea’s National Assembly on December 14, accuses Yoon of rebellion charges linked to his brief imposition of martial law earlier this month ⚖️. If upheld, his presidential powers will remain suspended for up to 180 days during deliberations—a historic first for the country’s leaders.
What Happens Next?
Yoon has until Friday to submit written responses to the court. Analysts say this case could reshape South Korea’s political landscape 🌏, with protests both supporting and opposing the president escalating nationwide. Stay tuned for updates as this high-stakes drama unfolds! 🔥
