Kim Geon-hee "Exaggerated Career to Look Good... Sincerely Apologizes" (Update)

Kim Geon-hee, wife of Yoon Seok-yeol, the People Power Party's presidential candidate, is making a public apology regarding allegations of false credentials at the party headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul, on the 26th. Photo by Moon Ho-nam munonam@

[Asia Economy Reporter Geum Bo-ryeong] Kim Gun-hee, the spouse of Yoon Seok-yeol, the People Power Party's presidential candidate, acknowledged on the 26th the 'false resume allegations' surrounding her and apologized to the public.

At 3 p.m. that day, Kim held a press conference at the People Power Party headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul, stating, "Even if you criticize me, Kim Gun-hee, who has made mistakes, I earnestly ask you not to take away the feelings for my husband who has walked a very difficult and hard path," and added, "I offer my apologies. I am sorry."

Kim showed acknowledgment of the allegations raised so far. She said, "There were mistakes on my part while balancing work and studies. I exaggerated my career to look better and also wrote some things incorrectly," adding, "I should not have done that, and looking back, it was a very shameful thing. Everything is my fault and negligence."

She then addressed the public, saying, "Please forgive me. I sincerely apologize," and continued, "My heart breaks deeply seeing my husband being criticized because of me. I deeply reflect on my past mistakes and will be very careful not to fall short of the public's expectations."

She emphasized, "I was very lacking. During the remaining election period, I will quietly reflect and introspect," and added, "Even if my husband becomes president, I will focus solely on my role as a wife. Please take away your anger."

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