[일요와이드] 李 '메가 프로젝트' 내일 발표…호남 반도체 공방 / 연합뉴스TV (YonhapnewsTV)

[Guests: Yeo Seon-woong, Deputy Spokesperson for the Democratic Party; Yoon Ki-chan, Vice Chairman of the Legal Committee of the People Power Party] The political scene is heating up just one day ahead of the government's announcement of its semiconductor investment plans. With the opposition launching an offensive, the war of words appears to be intensifying as not only the ruling party but also President Lee Jae-myung himself has stepped forward to directly refute the claims. Today, we will examine this issue as well as other major current political matters. We have invited Yeo Seon-woong, Deputy Spokesperson for the Democratic Party, and Yoon Ki-chan, Vice Chairman of the Legal Committee of the People Power Party. [Question 1] Regarding the controversy surrounding the push for the Honam Semiconductor Cluster, President Lee Jae-myung waged a "stormy public opinion campaign," posting six times on social media in just one day yesterday. He refuted the opposition's criticisms point by point—including claims of political considerations, abuse of power, and a shortage of water. How did you view the President's active response, directly attacking the opposition? [Question 2] As the People Power Party launched fierce criticism, even bringing up the abuse of power during the Park Geun-hye administration, the Democratic Party countered by labeling it "smear campaigns for political gain." Both the ruling and opposition parties are indiscriminately filing criminal complaints, citing abuse of power, the dissemination of false information, and defamation. What kind of repercussions do you anticipate following the announcement of a mega-project worth 1,000 trillion won tomorrow? [Question 2-1] Dissenting views have also emerged within the People Power Party. Lee Jung-hyun, the former People Power Party candidate for the unified Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City Mayor, argued that "Honam has waited too long" and that the conservative camp should instead actively support the industrialization of the Honam region. //Briefly [Question 3] The war of words between the ruling and opposition parties continued regarding the possibility of a supplementary budget. The People Power Party criticized this, stating, "With approval ratings plummeting, their intention is to avert the crisis by 'distributing cash' under the guise of AI." The Democratic Party stated, "There is nothing more welcome than timely rain," and urged, "Stop obstructing a government that is doing its job well." The Blue House drew a line, claiming it was an overinterpretation, didn't it? [Question 4] Author Rhyu Si-min’s remarks comparing President Lee Jae-myung’s moves to expand his appeal to the center to "reconstruction without the consent of the support base" are sparking controversy. Rhyu also argued that President Lee’s confidence is excessive, but Prime Minister Kim Min-suk remarked, "There are instances where people criticize the President with an overconfidence that suggests they 'made' a certain kind of president," adding that "appropriate restraint is needed." Backlash from pro-Lee figures is also continuing. Regarding Rhyu’s "reconstruction" comment, there have even been comments asking, "Does that mean the President is a tenant?" [Question 5] The Democratic Party’s national convention is 50 days away. Variables that will determine the outcome include the progressive camp's preemption of issues such as YouTube and prosecution reform, the actions of former and current presidents, public opinion in the Honam region, and the unification of candidates. Some observers are raising the "core defection theory" regarding the President's declining approval ratings. How do you foresee the direction of the party's sentiment? [Question 6] The dispute over the future of People Power Party Chairman Jang Dong-hyuk is showing signs of escalating into a "disciplinary civil war." This is because Chairman Jang announced a policy to discipline him for misconduct immediately after returning to party duties following his discharge from the hospital. Attention is focused on when the Ethics Committee will reactivate. There is public backlash, centered around the pro-limited and reformist factions. How do you foresee the atmosphere of tomorrow's general assembly of lawmakers? ▣ Subscribe to Yonhap News TV's documentary channel 'Docu-Digging'    / @docu-digging   ▣ Subscribe to Yonhap News TV YouTube Channel    / @yonhapnewstv23   ▣ The beginning of Korean news, Yonhap News TV / Yonhap News TV http://www.yonhapnewstv.co.kr/