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South Korean Court Clears Way for Lee Jae-myung's Presidential Bid

3/26/2025

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A South Korean appeals court has cleared opposition leader Lee Jae-myung of election law violations, paving the way for his presidential bid. The Seoul High Court overturned a prior suspended sentence, which Lee argues was driven by political motives. Should President Yoon Suk-yeol be impeached, a snap election could follow within 60 days.

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A South Korean appeals court has cleared opposition leader Lee Jae-myung of election law violations, paving the way for his presidential bid. The Seoul High Court overturned a prior suspended sentence, which Lee argues was driven by political motives. Should President Yoon Suk-yeol be impeached, a snap election could follow within 60 days.