Political Controversy Surrounding Jang Dong-hyeok's Hospitalization: "Bed Politics"

By  Jo Seong-hyeon  | Jun 22, 2026

Political Controversy Surrounding Jang Dong-hyeok's Hospitalization: "Bed Politics"
[Joo Young-jin's News Briefing]

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■ Broadcast: SBS <Joo Young-jin's News Briefing> Mon-Fri (14:00–15:20)
■ Anchor: Joo Young-jin
■ Panelists: Lee Ki-heon, Member of the Democratic Party of Korea; Kim Geun-sik, Former Vision Strategy Chief of the People Power Party; Choi Seon-ho, SBS Editorial Writer
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● How Long Will the Jang Dong-hyeok Leadership Last?

Lee Ki-heon / Member of the Democratic Party of Korea
"Jang Dong-hyeok seems to be aiming for a consecutive term... He appears to believe he has no competitors."

Kim Geun-sik / Former Vision Strategy Chief of the People Power Party
"The Jang Dong-hyeok leadership is likely to be resolved by February of next year."

Choi Seon-ho / SBS Editorial Writer
"There is no clear way to force Jang Dong-hyeok to step down."

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