Lee Jae-myung Apologizes Again Over Spouse Allegations: "I Have No Face... Jebulchal"

"I apologize once again... Will take appropriate responsibility according to investigation and audit results"

Presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung bows his head in apology amid spouse controversy.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Koo Chae-eun] Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party presidential candidate, directly apologized on the 4th for various controversies, including excessive protocol related to his wife Kim Hye-kyung.

Lee had previously issued a statement the day before, saying, "As governor, I failed to thoroughly check whether any unfair acts by employees occurred, and my spouse also failed to detect and prevent potentially problematic matters in advance," expressing his apology.

However, after allegations of embezzlement of public funds and proxy prescription of medicine were raised even after the apology, he apologized again directly on this day.

After finishing the 'Our Neighborhood Pledge' unboxing day event held at the Yeouido party headquarters in the afternoon, Lee bowed his head and said, "It is all my fault," when asked about the allegations of proxy prescription of medicine by Kim.

He said, "I am ashamed. There are cases where public officials managing my official residence suffered damages, and I apologize once again to the people for the controversial issues. I should have been more meticulous and cautious, but I was lacking."

He added, "I will take full responsibility according to the investigation and audit results of the relevant institutions. I will take necessary measures to prevent recurrence of such incidents and manage strictly."

Lee said, "I apologize once again," stood up from his seat, and bowed deeply in apology.

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