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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Myung Tae-kyun, a Political Broker, Files a Complaint Against Shin Yong-han, a Democratic Party Candidate for Chungbuk Governor, with the Police

Myung Tae-kyun has filed a police complaint against Shin Yong-han for defamation and violating election laws, accusing Shin of making false claims on television.

Mar 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Song Young-gil: 'Pro-Moon faction wished for Lee Jae-myung’s defeat,' criticism from Ko Min-jeong: 'Will you be a lesson for juniors?'

Ko Min-jeong criticized Song Young-gil for suggesting the pro-Moon faction wanted Lee Jae-myung to lose in the presidential elections.

Mar 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeong Cheong-rae at Bongha: 'The evil media drove Roh Moo-hyun to death'... Direct hit at SBS asking 'are you media?'

Jeong Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, criticized the media for its role in the death of former President Roh Moo-hyun during a visit to his grave.

Mar 23 • 03:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Ji-won: The SBS Union's Outrage is Absurd... They Should Apologize to be Respected

Park Ji-won, a member of the Democratic Party, criticizes the SBS union for their outrage over a recent retraction related to allegations against President Lee Jae-myung.

Mar 23 • 02:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeong Cheong-rae: 'I politely request Kim Boo-gyeom to run as the Democratic Party's candidate for Daegu mayor'

Jeong Cheong-rae, the leader of the Democratic Party, has formally requested former Prime Minister Kim Boo-gyeom to run as the party's candidate for mayor of Daegu, emphasizing his leadership skills as crucial for the city's development.

Mar 23 • 01:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Responding to High Oil Prices with a 25 Trillion Won Supplementary Budget… To Be Processed on the 10th of Next Month

The South Korean government and ruling party are expediting the establishment of a 25 trillion won supplementary budget to address surging oil prices due to the Middle East crisis.

Mar 22 • 11:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Boo-kyum, likely to declare candidacy for Daegu mayor... 'Someone who can communicate directly with the president is needed'

Former Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum is expected to announce his candidacy for the Daegu mayoral election this week, as discussions within the Democratic Party about his selection gain momentum.

Mar 22 • 10:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Gyeonggi Governor Preliminary Candidates Narrowed Down to Han Joon-ho, Choo Mi-ae, and Kim Dong-yeon

The Democratic Party of Korea has narrowed down its candidates for the Gyeonggi governor position to Han Joon-ho, Choo Mi-ae, and incumbent Kim Dong-yeon for the upcoming June 3 local elections.

Mar 22 • 09:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeong Cheong-rae directs investigation into bribery allegations involving Yeonggwang County Mayor

The leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, Jeong Cheong-rae, has ordered an ethics investigation into Yeonggwang County Mayor Jang Se-il following recent bribery allegations.

Mar 22 • 06:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party hints at Kim Bo-kyum’s candidacy this week… “We need capable individuals to resolve issues”

The Democratic Party has indicated that former Prime Minister Kim Bo-kyum is expected to decide whether to run for the Daegu mayoral election within the week, seeking strong leadership to address local issues.

Mar 22 • 02:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Some Candidates Announce Legal Action Over False Results of Gwangju Mayor Primary Election by the Democratic Party

Following the leakage of false election results from a primary election for the mayoral candidate in Gwangju, South Korea, the Democratic Party is facing legal threats from some candidates who claim their vote shares were misrepresented.

Mar 22 • 02:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Passage of Major Crime Investigation Office Law Led by Democratic Party following Public Prosecution Office Law

The South Korean National Assembly has passed the Major Crime Investigation Office law, instituting the separation of investigation and prosecution.

Mar 21 • 09:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Cho Kuk: "I don't know about election alliance with the Democratic Party... I will run for the by-election under any circumstances"

Cho Kuk, the leader of the Justice Party, expressed uncertainty about an electoral alliance with the Democratic Party for the upcoming local elections but confirmed his intent to run for by-elections regardless.

Mar 21 • 00:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Rep. Jeon Yong-ki Requests Investigation from the Ministry of Personnel Management over Allegations of Inappropriate Intervention by Kim Yong-won; Kim Yong-won Calls it Groundless

The Democratic Party's Rep. Jeon Yong-ki has requested an investigation from the Ministry of Personnel Management regarding allegations of inappropriate intervention by former National Human Rights Commission member Kim Yong-won in promotions and personnel decisions.

Mar 20 • 11:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Does Kim Eo-jun need to apologize for the 'prosecution cancellation transaction theory'? Park Joo-min is the only one who says '△'

Candidates in the Democratic Party's primary for Seoul mayor agree that broadcaster Kim Eo-jun should apologize regarding recent allegations, with some suggesting that the necessity of the apology depends on whether he had prior knowledge of the claims.

Mar 20 • 11:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] Kim Sang-wook Confirmed as Democratic Party Candidate for Ulsan Mayor

Kim Sang-wook has been confirmed as the Democratic Party's candidate for Ulsan Mayor in the 6.3 local elections.

Mar 20 • 10:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party of Gyeonggi Province Confirms Candidates Kim Byeong-wook for Seongnam and Jeong Deok-young for Yangju, 8 Others Set for Primaries

The Democratic Party's Gyeonggi Province party has confirmed Kim Byeong-wook as the candidate for Seongnam mayor and Jeong Deok-young for Yangju mayor, while eight other local candidates will compete in primaries.

Mar 20 • 09:04 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeong Cheong-rae: "Jang Kyung-tae, who is accused of sexual assault, left the party while preparing for emergency disciplinary action"

Representative Jeong Cheong-rae expressed that he was preparing to impose emergency disciplinary actions against Jang Kyung-tae, who is facing sexual assault allegations, but Jang's departure from the party prevented this action.

Mar 20 • 07:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Yoon Seok-yeol Prosecutor’s Office’ Fabricated Indictments Special Committee Approves Investigation Plan Led by Democratic Party

The National Assembly's Special Committee on the Investigation of Fabricated Indictments under the Yoon Seok-yeol administration, led by the Democratic Party, approved an investigation plan on October 20.

Mar 20 • 07:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The First Support for Constitutional Amendment from the People Power Party... "We Must Actively Engage in Constitutional Amendment Discussions"

In a significant shift, a lawmaker from the People Power Party has publicly expressed support for a constitutional amendment aimed at embedding key democratic principles into the Constitution.

Mar 20 • 06:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party to Process Jang Kyung-tae's Resignation Immediately... Will Demand Severe Punishment Equivalent to Expulsion

The Democratic Party of Korea has decided to process Representative Jang Kyung-tae's resignation and demand a punishment equivalent to expulsion due to ongoing sexual assault allegations.

Mar 20 • 06:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Cho Kuk: We need to reflect on the process of discussing the prosecution reform bill... Yellow light is on for the government's operation system

Cho Kuk, the leader of the Justice Party, emphasized the need for reflection on the discussions surrounding the prosecution reform bill, stating that the internal conflicts have raised concerns about the government's operational system.

Mar 20 • 06:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party 'three-way race' for Daejeon and Chungnam candidates... A conclusion for Daegu and Gyeongbuk must be reached by March

The Democratic Party of Korea announced plans to select candidates for the upcoming local elections in Daejeon and Chungnam through primaries, amidst challenges regarding the integration of the two regions.

Mar 20 • 05:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae: We will take the most stringent legal action against fake news about President Lee's flight to China and slush fund claims

The Democratic Party of Korea announced intentions to initiate stringent legal measures against fake news regarding President Lee Jae-myung's alleged plans to seek refuge in China and accusations of creating a slush fund.

Mar 20 • 03:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Suspicion of ‘Unification Church Bribes’: Jeon Jae-soo Investigated for 18 Hours... 'I Explained Everything Clearly and I am Innocent'

Jeon Jae-soo, a member of the Democratic Party of Korea, was interrogated for 18 hours over allegations of receiving significant bribes from the Unification Church, claiming he explained everything clearly during the investigation.

Mar 20 • 00:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party's Jang Kyung-tae, accused of sexual harassment, says he will resign to avoid burdening the party

Jang Kyung-tae, a lawmaker from South Korea's Democratic Party facing sexual harassment allegations, announced his decision to resign to prevent burdening the party and vowed to prove his innocence.

Mar 20 • 00:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘The rumor of cancellation of charges’ and the Democratic Party's view of the media [Reading the World]

The article discusses the recent resolution of internal conflicts within South Korea's ruling party regarding judicial reform, emphasizing the implications of media influence in politics.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police Investigation Review Committee Acknowledges Jang Kyung-tae's 'Quasi-Coercive Molestation' Charges… 'Must Be Sent to Prosecutors'

The Police Investigation Review Committee in South Korea has determined that the allegations of sexual molestation against Democratic Party member Jang Kyung-tae are valid and recommended sending the case to prosecutors.

Mar 19 • 12:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is the Rise in Housing Prices in Seongdong District a Merit? Democratic Candidates for Seoul Mayor Heavily Attack Jeong Won-o

Democratic candidates for Seoul mayor aggressively challenged frontrunner Jeong Won-o over his comments on rising housing prices during their first TV debate.

Mar 19 • 10:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

First Joint Investigation of Jeon Jae-soo 70 Days Ahead of Local Elections... Turning Point in Bid for Busan Mayor

Jeon Jae-soo, a Democratic Party lawmaker, has come under investigation for accepting bribes from the Unification Church just days after announcing his candidacy for the Busan mayoral election.

Mar 19 • 08:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Will the Gift Package Be Given to Kim Boo-kyum, Who Is About to Run for Mayor of Daegu?

The impending candidacy of former Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum for the mayoral election in Daegu has garnered political interest over potential governmental support for his campaign.

Mar 19 • 08:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Representative Jang Kyung-tae Appears at Police Investigation Deliberation over Sexual Assault Allegations; Complainant Claims It’s an Attempt to Influence Authorities

Representative Jang Kyung-tae attended a police investigation deliberation regarding allegations of sexual assault, with the complainant arguing his appearance is an attempt to sway investigators.

Mar 19 • 07:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae: 'I accept your apology, and I apologize twice' to Yoo Si-min

Jung Cheong-rae, leader of the Democratic Party, publicly accepted an apology from author Yoo Si-min and offered his own in return, reflecting on their past conflicts.

Mar 19 • 06:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Young-jin: Kim Eo-jun, who fought with Yoon Suk-yeol, seems to be searching for something new now

Kim Young-jin, a member of the Democratic Party, criticized media figure Kim Eo-jun's interpretation of Prime Minister Kim Min-seok's visit to the U.S. as a leadership development initiative, calling it a misunderstanding.

Mar 19 • 01:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Han Byeong-do: 'Limit the Authority of Inactive Committee Chairs' - Review of National Assembly Law Amendment

Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, called for an amendment to limit the authority of committee chairs in the National Assembly who are not effectively handling legislation, particularly critiquing the opposition party's handling of public livelihood bills.

Mar 19 • 01:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"I Miss Roh Moo-hyun" says Jeong Cheong-rae, to which Kwak Sang-eon replies, "Merely a Tool"

Kwak Sang-eon criticizes fellow Democratic Party member Jeong Cheong-rae for allegedly using Roh Moo-hyun's legacy for political gain.

Mar 19 • 00:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] The Investigation Headquarters will Question Representative Jeon Jae-soo Tomorrow Regarding Allegations of Receiving Money from the Unification Church

The joint investigation team is set to question Democratic Party Representative Jeon Jae-soo tomorrow over allegations of receiving money from the Unification Church.

Mar 18 • 13:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeong Cheong-rae Reveals Behind-the-Scenes of Prosecutorial Reform… Who is the ‘Hidden Contributor’? [Gongdeok Pocha]

Jeong Cheong-rae, a representative of the Democratic Party, disclosed details about the process of formulating the Prosecutorial Reform agreement during a recent YouTube appearance, sparking discussions about the implications and influence behind the reform.

Mar 18 • 12:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae on ‘Kim Eo-joon News Factory’ says 'Mind and Heart in Unison' on Final Plan for Prosecutorial Reform

Jung Cheong-rae, leader of the Democratic Party, discussed the party's final plan for establishing a Special Investigation Agency and a Public Prosecution Office on 'Kim Eo-joon's Humble News Factory', emphasizing his alignment with President Lee Jae-myung's views.

Mar 18 • 11:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] 150 cases over statute of limitations in Gyeongbuk terminated en masse... "Measures must be taken"

The Democratic Party of Korea is contemplating abolishing prosecutor oversight of special judicial police officers, leading to concerns about chaos in the field as 150 cases in Gyeongbuk recently expired due to management neglect.

Mar 18 • 09:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Yang Mun-seok, who lost his parliamentary seat, decides not to appeal

Former Democratic Party lawmaker Yang Mun-seok confirmed he will not pursue an appeal regarding his lost parliamentary seat due to a conviction for loan fraud.

Mar 18 • 05:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae from 'Kim Eo-jun YouTube' says, 'Article 45 of the Major Crime Investigation Agency Law was entirely edited out at the request of the Blue House'

Jung Cheong-rae, leader of the Democratic Party, revealed that Article 45 of the Major Crime Investigation Agency Law was radically changed due to a suggestion from the Blue House.

Mar 18 • 01:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why the Investigation of ‘Statistics Manipulation’ by the Moon Jae-in Administration Got Involved in a 'Manipulation Incident' Debate

The Democratic Party of Korea is pushing for a national investigation to uncover the facts behind the allegations of fabricated indictments during the Yoon Suk-yeol administration, targeting various issues from the Moon Jae-in era.

Mar 17 • 20:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'The management of the discussion process was a bit lacking'... Trust damaged between party and government

President Yoon acknowledged shortcomings in managing the discussion process regarding the establishment of the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency, highlighting a cycle of conflict within the governing party that has briefly subsided after legislative consensus was reached.

Mar 17 • 11:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Oh Se-hoon 'Will Register as a Candidate for Seoul Mayor'... Will the Transformation of Taesan Myungdong Be Real?

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon announced his registration as a candidate for the mayoral election, expressing responsibility toward citizens and highlighting a lack of change in the ruling party's leadership.

Mar 17 • 11:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon Shares Article Mentioning Kim Eo-jun: "Excess That Hinders Reform Should Not Exist"

President Yoon Suk-yeol emphasized on social media that unnecessary excess hindering reform should not be tolerated, while sharing criticism aimed at him by broadcaster Kim Eo-jun regarding his commitment to judicial reform.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Blocking Prosecutor's Investigation Interference"... The Party, Government, and Blue House Finalize the Bill for the Serious Crimes Investigation Department and the Public Prosecution Department

The Democratic Party of Korea has adopted the final amendments to the establishment law of the Serious Crimes Investigation Department and the Public Prosecution Department, signaling an end to conflicts over judicial reforms within the ruling party.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Agreement on Prosecutorial Reform that Alleviates Concerns Over ‘Prosecutorial Domination’

The Democratic Party of Korea, together with the government, announced a revised bill for a prosecution agency that aims to address public concerns over prosecutorial overreach and will be brought to the National Assembly for discussion.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Imagining a Colorful Vote [National Prism]

The upcoming local elections in Daegu, South Korea, are anticipated to see a significant lack of competition, especially for the mayor's position, reflecting a potential shift in political dynamics following recent national events.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The government, party, and Blue House establish multiple barriers against prosecutor's investigation interference - Division of opinions on the abolishment of special investigation authority

The Democratic Party of Korea has amended a bill to establish the Serious Crimes Investigation Office, focusing on preventing prosecutor interference in investigations following prolonged negotiations among party members.

Mar 17 • 09:25 UTC

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