South Korea’s ruling People Power Party (PPP) and opposition parties clashed at a parliamentary investigation committee regarding a recent shortage of ballots during a national vote. The PPP questioned the Ministry of Interior and Safety’s (MOIS) response to the issue, demanding to know what actions were taken when reports of insufficient voting slips surfaced. The MOIS minister responded defensively, suggesting the inquiry implied a request for election interference. The inquiry centers on alleged mismanagement by the National Election Commission (NEC) and its failure to adequately prepare for voter turnout. Opposition parties also criticized the handling of the situation, leading to a tense and politically charged hearing. The incident has raised concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and prompted calls for systemic improvements in election administration. Further investigation is expected to determine the full extent of the issues and assign responsibility.