The People Power Party’s central ethics committee will reconvene early next week to review disciplinary requests against sitting lawmakers [1].

This move signals a significant internal crackdown as the party seeks to consolidate authority and enforce strict adherence to internal rules. The potential for widespread sanctions among current members could shift the party's internal power dynamics and influence its legislative strategy in the National Assembly.

Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk said he pledges to establish "discipline" within the organization [1]. This commitment follows mounting internal pressure to address violations of party rules and restore order among the party's ranks.

According to party sources, the scope of the review is extensive, with a two-digit number of sitting lawmakers potentially subject to discipline [1]. The ethics committee is scheduled to hold its first meeting at the start of the coming week in Seoul [1].

Reports indicate that the committee will examine various disciplinary cases involving members accused of misconduct or rule violations. The reactivation of the committee has led to increased tension within the party headquarters as members await the outcomes of the review [1].

Jang Dong-hyuk said this initiative is a necessary step for the party's integrity. The process will determine whether the party chooses to issue formal warnings, suspend memberships, or pursue more severe penalties for those found in violation of the party's code of conduct [1].

“‘기강 확립’을 약속한다”

The reactivation of the ethics committee suggests a pivot toward a more centralized and disciplined leadership style under Jang Dong-hyuk. By targeting a significant number of sitting lawmakers, the party leadership is likely attempting to purge dissent or correct behavioral lapses that have damaged the party's public image, potentially risking internal fractures in exchange for a more unified front.