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First Trial Verdict for First Lady Kim Keon-hee Regarding 'Office-Selling' Allegations Today

Kim Jiuk

Published : Jun 26, 2026 2:31 PM

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The first trial verdict for First Lady Kim Keon-hee, who was indicted on charges of so-called "office-selling"—allegedly receiving various expensive precious metals along with requests for personnel appointments and favors—will be delivered today.

Sentencing will also take place for Lee Bong-kwan, Chairman of Sehee Construction, and Pastor Choi Jae-young, who were indicted together on charges of providing money and valuables to the First Lady.

For more details, please watch the video.

Reported by Kim Jiuk | Video by Jung Yong-hee | Graphics by Lee Soo-min | Produced by SBS Digital News