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Key Suspicion Over 'MFDS Lobbying' Leads to War of Words Over Whistleblower As the National Assembly confirmation hearing for Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won is set to take place on the 15th, a court trial involving businessman Yang, a key figure in the alleged "Ministry of Food and Drug Safety lobbying," and Genencel founder Kang Se-chan will be held on the same day, making it a critical turning point for the allegations. SBS Sep 12, 2026 7:01 AM
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Kim Min-seok Defends Nominee Kim Seung-won as "Well-Chosen," Keeps Distance From Yong Hye-in As controversies continue to surround Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won, Democratic Party Leader Kim Min-seok came to his active defense, stating that "the more you watch, the better the appointment looks." On the other hand, while negative evaluations regarding Gender Equality and Family Minister nominee Yong Hye-in are emerging even within the Democratic Party, the Blue House maintains its stance of waiting until the confirmation hearings. SBS Sep 12, 2026 6:18 AM
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Clash Over Clinical Trial Approval: Calls for MFDS Apology vs. Denials of Special Favor The alleged lobbying involving Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety emerged as a hot topic at a National Assembly Health and Welfare Committee meeting. SBS Sep 12, 2026 6:14 AM
