Kang Seon-woo, an independent lawmaker formerly of the Democratic Party of Korea, and former Seoul city council member Kim Kyung will face a pre-arrest examination on the 3rd of next month. They are accused of violating political funding laws and are implicated in a case involving the exchange of 100 million won in illegal political donations ahead of the 2022 local elections. The Seoul Central District Court has scheduled the hearing, which follows the prosecution's request for their arrest warrants based on these allegations.

The allegations originate from an incident at a hotel in Yongsan, Seoul, where both Kang and Kim supposedly exchanged the substantial sum as a political donation. Following the prosecution's petition for their arrest, the National Assembly has approved a motion requesting Kang’s arrest, indicating the gravity of the situation and the legal implications for both politicians. The case is particularly significant given the timing and nature of the allegations against two prominent figures in Korean politics.

Kang has publicly defended himself against the accusations, asserting that he has returned large sums of money and questioning the motive behind the claims made against him. His statement highlights the contentious nature of the political funding discussions in South Korea, especially as former allies are now at odds. Meanwhile, Kim has expressed regret over the inaccuracies in allegations leveled by Kang's camp, signaling a potential fracture in their political relationship and raising questions about accountability and transparency in political funding practices within the country.