Lee Jae-myung government additional appointments likely - Jeong Seong-ho (Ministry of Justice), Yoon Ho-jung (Ministry of the Interior and Safety), Bong-wook (Chief of Civil Affairs).

Blueprint of Power Revealed Through Appointments

Immediately after the launch of the Lee Jae-myung government, the presidential office began to reveal its governing principles through the formation of a core cabinet. Jeong Seong-ho, Yoon Ho-joong, and Bong-wook are being strongly suggested as candidates to assume key positions that will manage the core of national governance, such as the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, and the Civil Affairs Office. These individuals are not just politically tied to President Lee Jae-myung, or 'pro-Lee' figures they have expertise and strategic positions in different areas. Their appointments indicate that the Lee Jae-myung government is not solely basing its cabinet composition on political loyalty, but is also interpreted as an effort to pursue reform and stability, strategy and balance simultaneously.

Jung Seong-ho: A judicial authority connecting reform philosophy to practical implementation

Representative Jung Seong-ho, who is being mentioned as a strong candidate for the Minister of Justice, is a long-time political partner of President Lee Jae-myung and a fellow graduate of the Judicial Research and Training Institute. He has led practical legislative efforts for prosecutorial reform as the chairman of the Special Committee on Judicial Reform in the National Assembly, gaining a certain level of trust in negotiations between the ruling and opposition parties as a moderate mediator. The appointment of Candidate Jung Seong-ho signals that the Lee Jae-myung government intends to continue pursuing control of prosecutorial power and judicial reform. He is a rare politician capable of connecting reform philosophy to practical implementation, and as a sitting lawmaker, his chances of passing the confirmation hearing are also high. He is recognized as a focal point for designing and implementing long-term tasks like judicial reform not merely as ideology but as institutionalized policy.

Yun Ho-jung: A strategist equipped with administrative stability and coordination skills

Yun Ho-jung is a strong candidate for the Minister of the Interior and Safety. He is a seasoned politician with both authenticity from the democratization movement generation and extensive experience in key positions within the National Assembly. However, the most controversial moment in his political life was his decision in 2021 to yield the position of Chairman of the Legal and Judiciary Committee to the People Power Party. This led to a widening gap with his hardline supporters, requiring a significant amount of time to restore political trust. Nevertheless, he returned as the head of the campaign for Lee Jae-myung, leading the practical aspects of policy and strategy, playing a pivotal role in both the primary and the main election. The appointment of Candidate Yun is not merely a political favor but a choice aimed at simultaneously reforming the administrative system and ensuring political stability. While his reformist inclination is somewhat moderate, he is a pragmatic figure with strengths in complex organizational coordination and legislative practice.

Bong-wook: The Return of a Planning-type Civil Affairs Line Familiar with the Prosecutorial Organization

The former prosecutor general Bong-wook, who is a strong candidate for the chief of civil affairs, has represented the planning and policy lines within the prosecution. He has built his political sense and organizational management skills through positions such as the deputy chief of the Supreme Prosecutors' Office, the public security planning director, and the human rights director. Notably, he has a history of competing with former Prosecutor General Yoon Suk-yeol for the position of prosecutor general and later worked at Kim & Chang law firm, providing counsel to large corporations and overseeing compliance. This 'Kim & Chang experience' is both an opportunity and a burden. While he possesses the experience and capabilities to implement institutional reforms, he is also seen as someone who has been too close to vested interests. As the Lee Jae-myung administration emphasizes reform, the public's scrutiny of him carries significant symbolic weight. For the notion that 'those who know the prosecution control the prosecution' to be effective, his actions will be the key.

Commonality Beyond 'Pro-Myeong': Appointment Focused on Strategic Function

Jung Sung-ho, Yoon Ho-jung, and Bong Wook—what these three figures have in common is not just the political label of being pro-Lee Jae-myung. Rather, they are capable individuals who can design and operate the functions of government in different areas, showcasing a balance between political weight and policy implementation capabilities. Jung Sung-ho serves as the executor of judicial reform, Yoon Ho-jung functions as a designer of organizational coordination and administrative stability, and Bong Wook acts as a practitioner for the control of power institutions and institutional planning. They reflect the operational philosophy of the Lee Jae-myung government in terms of being functional and strategically oriented, rather than merely politically biased.

The success or failure of personnel selection comes down to 'execution ability'.

The recent cabinet appointments are not just a matter of 'who will be appointed,' but rather a task of 'what can be achieved.' Jeong Seong-ho possesses the philosophy and practical experience needed to drive reform, while Yoon Ho-jung is a figure who can stably build the backbone of administration. Bong Wook has the task of enhancing the planning capabilities of the civil affairs function while simultaneously overcoming national skepticism. This appointment serves as a signal to gauge how the Lee Jae-myung government intends to realize a balance of reform and stability, politics and system. Faced with the question of 'Will we return to past practices, or will we move forward with new principles and execution?' the authenticity of this cabinet must be proven through results, not just words.

The first cabinet of the Lee Jae-myung government is ultimately a declaration.

The human foundation for the concrete implementation of the national philosophy of 'what we will change and how we will achieve it,' and its success or failure can only be demonstrated by the changes felt by the people. This cabinet will lay the groundwork for reform, stability, and development, while also providing direction for the Lee Jae-myung administration. Ultimately, the actual outcomes should be shown directly through the expectations of the people and the tangible results affecting their lives.