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South Korea local elections face fallout from martial law scandal
Filed: May 07, 2026 at 10:06 PM ET
Summary: South Korea’s June local elections will be shaped by the martial law scandal involving former President Park Geun-hye’s successor, documents say.
WHO: South Korea’s ruling party of President Lee Jae Myung
WHAT: June local elections proceed under the shadow of the martial law scandal
WHEN: May 07, 2026 at 9:06 PM ET
WHERE: Seoul, South Korea
WHY: The elections are being held under the shadow of the martial law scandal.
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