South Korea’s Constitutional Court ousts President Yoon Suk-yeol Friday, April 4. It upholds the parliament’s impeachment motion over Yoon’s short-lived imposition of martial law in 2024.
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00:00South Korea's constitutional court ousts President Yoon Suk-yol Friday, April 4
00:06It upholds the parliament's impeachment motion over Yoon's short-lived imposition of martial law in 2024
00:12The constitution says a presidential election is to take place within 60 days
00:17Prime Minister Han Deok-su is to continue serving as acting president until the new president is inaugurated
00:23Acting Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae says Yoon violated his duty as president by taking actions beyond the powers given to him under the constitution
00:31and the effect of his actions was a serious challenge to democracy
00:35He adds,
00:36By declaring martial law, Yoon created chaos in all areas of society, the economy, and foreign policy
00:42The ruling was unanimous among the eight justices of the court
00:46Thousands of people held a rally calling for Yoon's ouster, including hundreds who camped out overnight
00:52They erupted into wild cheers upon hearing the ruling
00:5564-year-old Yoon still faces a criminal trial on charges of masterminding an insurrection