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People Power Party Ousts Kim Moon-soo, Sparks Political Fury

5/10/2025

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In a dramatic shake-up, the People Power Party has ousted presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo in favor of former acting President Han Duck-soo, igniting fierce backlash from Kim, who decried the move as a "political coup" and is gearing up for legal battles. The party is set to confirm Han's nomination ahead of the crucial June 3 election deadline.

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In a dramatic shake-up, the People Power Party has ousted presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo in favor of former acting President Han Duck-soo, igniting fierce backlash from Kim, who decried the move as a "political coup" and is gearing up for legal battles. The party is set to confirm Han's nomination ahead of the crucial June 3 election deadline.