ChainCatcher news, according to the South Korean National Assembly bill information system, President Yoon Suk-yeol submitted a consent proposal for the appointment of the Chief Justice to the National Assembly on the 12th, stating, "With the end of the Chief Justice's term, I request the National Assembly's consent for the appointment of a successor."

After President Yoon made a public address to the nation on the 12th, rejecting calls for an early end to his term, he subsequently approved 42 bills and enforcement orders, among others, and submitted the consent proposal for the Chief Justice's appointment, continuing to exercise presidential power. According to the South Korean Constitution, the Chief Justice should be proposed by the Chief Judge of the Supreme Court (High Court) and appointed by the President after receiving the consent of the National Assembly. (Kim Ten)