South Korea's political saga continues as impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol vows to personally defend himself in court if public hearings proceed, according to his legal team. The Constitutional Court plans its first preliminary hearing December 27, setting the stage for a historic confrontation.
'Confident Defense' Promised
Yoon's lawyers state he'll \"confidently make himself heard\" regarding the rebellion charge tied to his controversial December 3 martial law declaration – a move lawmakers reversed within hours. The president claims this was necessary to counter what he calls opposition \"legislative dictatorship.\"
Two-Track Legal Strategy
Separate legal teams will handle the impeachment trial and ongoing criminal investigation. While Yoon reportedly isn't worried about the insurrection charge legally, his suspension from power could last up to 180 days during deliberations.
Timeline of Turmoil
Dec 3: Martial law declared then revoked
Dec 12: Yoon defends actions on national TV
Dec 14: Second impeachment passed
Dec 27: First court hearing scheduled
Legal experts call this South Korea's most significant political crisis since the 2016-17 Park Geun-hye impeachment. As the nation watches, all eyes turn to the Constitutional Court – where presidential fates have been decided before.
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'Confident Defense' Promised
Two-Track Legal Strategy
Timeline of Turmoil
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