Filling a void that has persisted for nearly 10 years, President Lee Jae Myung nominated former senior prosecutor Choi Kil-su to take charge of conducting investigations into corruption allegations involving the president's family and senior aides. The appointment of a special inspector is a welcome move. The post, established in 2014, has remained vacant since 2016. Choi will have to undergo a confirmation hearing at the National Assembly. The hope is that the post brings a sense of vigilance that inspires people close to the president to self-regulate their behavior, prompting the highest people in the land to rethink any unethical conduct before they are compromised. A special inspector can investigate allegations of misconduct, including requests for personnel appointments, suspected embezzlement and illicit gifts. The lack of a special inspector has been particularly glaring in light of the continued review of cases stemming from former President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law in December 2024 and charges against his wife, former first lady Kim Keon Hee. The position tha