South Korea’s ruling People Power Party is struggling to reach a consensus on whether to demand a re-vote following ballot shortages during the recent local elections on June 3rd. Internal disagreements are surfacing, even within party messaging channels, regarding the appropriate response to the voting irregularities. The debate centers on whether pushing for a re-election is strategically beneficial, considering potential political fallout. Some party members advocate for a strong stance, while others express concerns about appearing to question the legitimacy of the overall election results. The ballot shortages affected multiple regions and have prompted calls for investigation and accountability from opposition parties. The National Election Commission has acknowledged the issues and is currently reviewing the situation. The party is expected to continue internal discussions to formulate a unified position.