South Korea opposition leader indicted for misuse of public funds, Yonhap says
South Korea's main opposition leader Lee Jae-myung was indicted on Tuesday on charges alleging he used more than 100 million won ($71,900) of public funds for personal purposes when he was a governor,
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DP chief Lee indicted for misappropriating public funds as Gyeonggi governor
Liberal Democratic Party (DP) leader Lee Jae-myung was indicted by prosecutors on Tuesday on charges of misappropriating public funds during his term as Gyeonggi governor.
Lee Jae-myung indicted for misuse of public funds
This adds yet another court case for the top opposition leader, who faced off against Yoon Suk-yeol for the presidency two and a half years ago
South Korea opposition chief indicted for misuse of public funds
Already embroiled in multiple legal battles, Lee Jae-myung’s indictment could jeopardise his anticipated bid for the presidency in 2027.
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South Korea opposition leader indicted for misuse of public funds
South Korea’s opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has been indicted on charges of embezzling millions from public funds when ...
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