US White House Recognizes South Korea's Efforts to Uphold Constitution Amid Yoon's Arrest

The U.S. government reaffirmed on the 15th its commitment to the strong U.S.-South Korea alliance and its intention to continue cooperating with the South Korean government following the arrest of President Yoon Seok-yeol.

The White House National Security Council (NSC) issued a statement through its spokesperson on the same day, stating, "The United States is fully committed to working with the South Korean government and recognizes the South Korean government's efforts to uphold the constitution and its citizens."

President Yoon Seok-yeol, who is accused of leading an insurrection and abusing his authority to obstruct the exercise of rights, is appearing at the High-ranking Officials' Crime Investigation Department at the Government Complex Gwacheon on the 15th. Photo by Yonhap News

The NSC also expressed unwavering U.S. support for the South Korean people and stated that it supports "our (the U.S. and South Korea) shared commitment to the rule of law."

Furthermore, the U.S. government confirmed that it will continue to cooperate with the South Korean government led by Prime Minister and Acting President Choi Sang-mok, who also serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance, reaffirming the strength of the U.S.-South Korea alliance.

Meanwhile, the High-ranking Officials' Crime Investigation Agency (Gongsoocheo) executed an arrest warrant for President Yoon at 10:33 a.m. that day and took him into custody.