Kim Keon-hee, wife of impeached former ROK President Yoon Suk-yeol, is fighting back against her corruption conviction – sparking fresh legal drama in Seoul this week. 💼 The high-profile appeal comes after prosecutors demanded a 15-year prison term and massive fines, far exceeding her current 20-month sentence.
The Charges
Court records show Kim allegedly received luxury items from Unification Church officials in 2022 in exchange for political favors. While cleared of stock manipulation charges last week, the legal battle intensifies as special counsel Min Joong-ki argues judges underestimated her role in alleged crimes.
What’s Next?
This case marks a historic first: Kim is the only spouse of a former ROK president ever detained during trial proceedings. With both defense and prosecution appealing, all eyes are on Seoul’s courts as this political saga unfolds in 2026. 🔍 Legal experts predict final rulings could reshape anti-corruption measures in East Asia’s fourth-largest economy.
