South Korea Votes: New President to be Elected After Impeachment

South Korea Holds Presidential Election Amidst Impeachment Aftermath SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea held a presidential election today, following the recent impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol. Voting began this morning at polling stations across the country. While the turnout appeared lower than expected, the election holds significant importance given the circumstances. One election official stated, "Despite the lower turnout, the election is crucial for South Korea's future." Pre-election polls suggest that Lee Jae-myung, the leader of the left-wing opposition party, is the frontrunner. The election results will shape the country's political landscape in the coming years. The peaceful and orderly conduct of the election underscores the resilience of South Korean democracy.