Gwacheon: The head of the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) announced plans to file a constitutional petition against a bill recently passed by the National Assembly that mandates the shutdown of her organization. This move comes as a response to the legislative decision to dismantle the KCC and establish a new entity to oversee the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors, a change that would result in the automatic removal of the current chairperson from her position.

According to Yonhap News Agency, KCC Chairperson Lee Jin-sook expressed her intent to challenge the legislation, arguing that it is both targeted and unconstitutional. During a press briefing held in Gwacheon, just south of Seoul, Lee emphasized the importance of constitutional adherence, stating, "If South Korea's Constitution is still functional, those who interpret the law will find that the legislation was targeted and unconstitutional."

Lee further stated that she would proceed with filing the constitutional petition if the legislation is approved at a Cabinet meeting scheduled for Tuesday. The petition is expected to be filed on the day the bill is set to formally take effect.

The passage of the bill occurs amid efforts by the presidential office to remove Lee from her post, citing her alleged breach of political neutrality due to a series of social media posts. Lee was appointed to her position by former President Yoon Suk Yeol in July 2024, with a tenure set for three years.