Justice Minister cites health issue amid prosecutorial reform push

Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho cited a health issue when asked about rumors that he would soon resign from the post, during a general meeting of the Legislation and Judiciary Committee at the National Assembly on Monday.

Jung's remarks comes at a time when the ruling Democratic Party, which holds the majority of seats in the National Assembly, is seeking to complete its signature prosecutorial reform drive, removing all investigative powers and leaving prosecutors with only the power of indictmen ...