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South Korea’s president to pardon jailed ex-Justice Minister Cho Kuk

On Aug. 11, President Lee Jae Myung pardoned former Justice Minister Cho Kuk, effective Aug. 15, restoring his eligibility to run for public office.
Lee Jae Myung said pardoning Cho Kuk would help promote political unity, aligning with Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho's goal to end divisive politics.
Amid sweeping amnesty, 2,188 convicts including Cho Kuk will receive pardons on Liberation Day, with the largest share going to driver’s license penalties—823,497 in total.
Having served less than half of his two-year sentence, Cho Kuk will be released on Friday after eight months in prison.
With eligibility restored, Cho Kuk may become a focal point for liberal support and is likely to revive his once-promising political career.

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