Shocking Ruling

On April 25, 2025, South Korea’s Supreme Court issued a politically charged decision that overturned the acquittal of opposition leader Lee Jae-myung, the leading candidate in the upcoming presidential election, on charges of election law violation. Lee had endured intense repression under the administration of impeached former president Yoon Suk-yeol, having been subjected to investigation by over 200 government prosecutors, but despite countless allegations, these nearly non-stop investigations failed to result in a conviction. Now, with South Korea gearing up for a historic snap election on June 3, 2025 following Yoon’s ouster, authorities are once again attempting to convict Lee to remove him from the political playing field.

Lee Jae-myung’s Profile:

At 61, Lee is the most popular presidential candidate in South Korea, leading conservative opponents by double digits in most polls ahead of the June 3 snap election. According to recent polling, the Democratic Party’s Lee maintains a commanding lead, underscoring both his personal resilience and widespread public discontent with the former Yoon administration. A tireless advocate for democracy, his journey from a childhood spent in poverty before rising to a prominent human rights attorney embodies his commitment to social justice. As the Chair of the opposition Democratic Party, Lee has earned widespread respect for his unwavering defense of democratic principles, particularly for his courageous........

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