Overview

• The Constitutional Court ruled 8-0 to remove Yoon Suk Yeol from office, citing his unconstitutional martial law declaration as a grave violation of democratic principles.
• Acting President Han Duck-soo will oversee the government until a snap presidential election is held, expected by early June 2025.
• Yoon faces a separate criminal trial for insurrection charges related to his December 2024 martial law decree, with proceedings set to begin on April 14, 2025.
• The impeachment process has deepened political divisions in South Korea, with large-scale protests and counter-protests reflecting societal polarization.
• The upcoming election will be pivotal in addressing South Korea's economic challenges, including U.S. trade tariffs, and security concerns involving North Korea.