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South Korean National Election Commission investigation

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2026-08-26 03:28 UTC → 2026-08-28 08:49 UTC · added removed

Special Counsel Lee Tae-han has launched an investigation into 12 allegations involving the National Election Commission (NEC), primarily concerning ballot shortages during the June 3 local elections. The probe is examining suspected irregularities such as voter rights violations, election statistics manipulation, unauthorized overseas travel by former NEC officials, and potential vote-counting errors. To facilitate the investigation, the special counsel team established a temporary office in Seoul and is recruiting a workforce of up to 165 personnel. The team is currently in the process of selecting five assistants, who will hold status equivalent to chief prosecutors. Candidates were chosen based on their digital forensic and investigative capabilities, as well as their political neutrality. The investigation As of late August, the special prosecutor is expected accelerating personnel recruitment. The office has initially deployed three prosecutors, five special investigators, and six police officers to begin in earnest early the temporary office. To expand the team, official cooperation requests have been sent to the Ministry of Justice and the National Police Agency, with the goal of securing approximately 60 personnel, including 20 prosecutors, by next month once month. Additionally, the final list office has requested the transfer of candidates is submitted investigation records and seized evidence from the joint prosecution-police investigation headquarters. The special prosecutor’s office aims to finalize investigation plans by the Presidential Office. end of the month to ensure a rapid commencement of official duties on the 7th of next month.

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  1. 2026-08-28 08:49 UTC South Korean National Election Commission investigation
  2. 2026-08-26 03:28 UTC South Korean National Election Commission investigation

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