South Korea's Impeached Pres. Yoon Arrested

South Korea's Impeached Pres. Yoon Arrested
Above: Impeached Pres. Yoon Suk Yeol arrives at the Corruption Investigation Office on Jan. 15, 2025, in Seoul, South Korea. Image copyright: Korea Pool/Getty Images News via Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

Yoon's disregard for the legal process is lamentable, but his arrest is a triumph for democratic institutions and the rule of law in South Korea. It shows that no one, not even a sitting president, is above the law and marks a crucial step toward restoring constitutional order and democracy.

Narrative B

Yoon's detention is an illegal and politically motivated action that undermines presidential authority and threatens national stability. The investigation lacks a proper legal mandate, as the warrant was issued by a court without proper jurisdiction, making the entire process invalid.

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