Aja, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, Resigns Over Capitol Breach Incident

[Asia Economy Reporter Koo Chae-eun] Alex Azar, the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, resigned on the 15th (local time) due to the 'Capitol riot incident.'

He had been leading the Trump administration's response to the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Earlier, on the 12th, Secretary Azar appeared on ABC News and strongly criticized President Donald Trump for his remarks that incited supporters to the 'Capitol riot,' stating that such comments were unacceptable. However, he drew a line by saying he would "neither discuss nor engage" in invoking the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump from office.

At that time, unlike some other ministers who resigned over the Capitol riot incident, Secretary Azar stated he would remain in his position until President Trump leaves office on the 20th.