
Lee Jae-myung: South Korea’s Populist President Rises From Poverty to Power
South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung rises from factory worker to leader amid legal challenges and promises of economic reform.
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South Korea’s new President Lee Jae-myung rises from factory worker to leader amid legal challenges and promises of economic reform.
South Korea’s Democratic Party nominates Lee Jae-myung for June presidential election, as he leads polls ahead of conservative rivals.
South Korea’s Constitutional Court ousts President Yoon Suk-yeol after upholding impeachment linked to martial law, triggering a snap election amid economic uncertainty.
South Korea’s Constitutional Court to rule on President Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment April 4, capping months of political turmoil with global economic implications.
South Korea’s parliament advances impeachment proceedings against former acting leader Choi Sang-mok amid ongoing political instability and constitutional challenges.
South Korea’s opposition leader Lee Jae-myung acquitted in appellate trial on election law charges, overturning earlier conviction.
South Korean prosecutors pledge to continue insurrection case against President Yoon despite court-ordered release, as Constitutional Court impeachment decision looms.
Protesters in Seoul demand the impeachment and arrest of President Yoon Suk-yeol following last week’s martial law attempt.