President Lee's Approval Rating Falls to 38.9%, First Time in 30% Range Since Taking Office President Lee Jae-myung's approval rating has dropped to 38.9%. According to a Realmeter survey, this marks his lowest rating and the first time it has fallen into the 30% range since taking office. SBS Sep 1, 2026 12:28 AM
"Settling New Criminal Law Is My Mission" ... "Spearhead for Dropping Indictments" Democratic Party Representative Kim Seung-won, nominated as the Minister of Justice, stated, "The urgent calling is to ensure the new criminal justice system takes root." Meanwhile, the People Power Party criticized Kim as the individual who took the lead in pushing for the withdrawal of the indictment in President Lee Jae-myung's case. SBS Sep 1, 2026 12:25 AM