Arrest Warrant Requested for Shincheonji Leader Lee Man-hee Over 'Forced Party Membership' Allegations

The joint investigation team of prosecutors and police, which is looking into allegations of collusion between religion and politics, has requested an arrest warrant for Lee Man-hee, the leader of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus.

Lee is accused of forcing his followers to join the People Power Party with the intent to influence the party's presidential primary in 2021 and the general election primary in 2024.

Shincheonji stated, "It is deeply regrettable that an arrest warrant has been requested, as there is no risk of flight or destruction of evidence."
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