Overview
- Seoul police searched six locations tied to Kim, including his home, National Assembly office and the Dongjak Ward Council, seizing documents and data for analysis.
- Investigators imposed travel bans on Kim, his wife and three Dongjak council members and plan to summon him after reviewing seized materials.
- Police suspect Kim received a total of 30 million won in illegal political funds from two local council members in 2020 and later returned the money.
- The Democratic Party’s ethics committee voted Jan. 12 to expel Kim after a nine-hour review that considered the party’s three-year disciplinary statute of limitations.
- Final expulsion requires approval by the Supreme Council and a majority vote of DP lawmakers; Kim has appealed, denies wrongdoing and faces additional allegations involving luxury perks, family-related improprieties and hospitality from major companies.