(News Focus) Lee gains stronger mandate as ruling party scores landslide victory in local elections
President Lee Jae Myung's ruling Democratic Party achieved a significant victory in the recent local elections, securing strong support for his administration. The party is projected to win 10 out of 16 key mayoral and gubernatorial races, signaling a shift back to liberal governance. This outcome reflects public confidence in Lee's leadership and a desire for stability in state affairs as he enters the second year of his term.
- ▪The Democratic Party is projected to win 10 of the 16 key mayoral and gubernatorial races in the local elections.
- ▪In the National Assembly by-elections, the DP is expected to secure at least 9 out of 14 available seats.
- ▪Political analysts suggest that the election results indicate a strong mandate for President Lee Jae Myung's administration.
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Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK (News Focus) Lee gains stronger mandate as ruling party scores landslide victory in local elections Lee Haye-ah All News 03:25 June 04, 2026 SHARE Facebook X Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. LIKE SAVE PRINT FONT SIZE ABCDEFG ABCDEFG ABCDEFG ABCDEFG ABCDEFG By Lee Haye-ah SEOUL, June 4 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung received a significant boost to his agenda as the ruling Democratic Party's (DP) landslide victory in Wednesday's local elections signaled strong support for his running of state affairs ahead of the start of his second year in office.
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