Voter Turnout Reaches 61% in Local Elections, Second Highest in History The voter turnout for the 9th nationwide local elections reached 61.0%, marking the second highest in history. According to the National Election Commission on June 4, the final turnout for the June 3 local elections was recorded at 61.0%. The elections began at 6 a.m. at 14,288 polling stations across the country, with 27,249,586 out of 44,649,908 registered voters participating. This figure includes results from early voting conducted on May 29 and 30, which had a turnout of 23.51%. T June 4, 2026

Choo Kyung-ho Wins Daegu Mayoral Election, Defends Conservative Stronghold Choo Kyung-ho, the candidate from the People Power Party and a former Deputy Prime Minister, has won the Daegu mayoral election. In one of the most fiercely contested areas of the June 3 local elections, he successfully defended the "heart of conservatism" against the ruling party's challenges. Choo entered the race late due to delays in the party's primary, initially trailing behind Democratic Party candidate Kim Boo-kyum in early polls. The election in Daegu, known for its strong conser June 4, 2026

Jeon Jae-soo Wins Busan Mayoral Election, Thanks Voters for Choosing Change Jeon Jae-soo of the Democratic Party has been elected as the Mayor of Busan, defeating Park Hyung-jun of the People Power Party in one of the key battlegrounds of the June 3 local elections. This marks the first time a Democratic Party candidate has held the Busan mayoralty since Oh Geo-don was elected eight years ago.According to the National Election Commission, as of 3:30 a.m., with 95.42% of the votes counted, Jeon secured 50.40% of the votes, while Park received 48.04%.Upon confirmation of June 4, 2026

Park Chan-dae Secures Victory in Incheon Mayoral Election Park Chan-dae of the Democratic Party is projected to win the Incheon mayoral election held on June 3. A native of Incheon, Park previously served three terms as a National Assembly member for the Yeonsu district. As of 3:20 a.m. on June 4, Park was leading by nearly 10 percentage points over his opponent, Yoo Jeong-bok of the People Power Party. In response, Yoo acknowledged his defeat, stating, "I humbly accept the stern choice of the citizens." Upon confirmation of his victory, Park a June 4, 2026

Jokuk Acknowledges Defeat in Pyeongtaek By-Election In the by-election for the National Assembly held alongside the local elections on June 3, Jokuk, the candidate from the Jokuk Innovation Party, conceded defeat on June 4. After the victory of the People Power Party's candidate, Yoo Yi-dong, Jokuk stated, "The top priority of the June 3 local elections was to achieve a zero presence of the People Power Party. While we achieved meaningful results nationwide, we were unable to fulfill that mandate in Pyeongtaek. This is all my shortcoming June 4, 2026

Independent Han Dong-hoon and Yoon Ui-dong of the People Power Party Win Local Elections In the June 3 local by-elections, Yoon Ui-dong of the People Power Party and independent candidate Han Dong-hoon have secured their victories in Pyeongtaek and Busan North Gap, respectively. As of 3 a.m. on June 4, the National Election Commission reported that Han received 42.99% of the votes in the Busan North Gap parliamentary election, ensuring his entry into the National Assembly. Democratic Party candidate Ha Jung-woo garnered 41.24%, while People Power Party candidate Park Min-sik June 4, 2026

Democratic Party Expected to Win 12 to 14 of 16 Local Elections In the June 3 local elections, the Democratic Party achieved a significant victory, likely winning more than 10 out of 16 regional leadership positions. As of 3 a.m. on June 4, the Democratic Party is projected to secure victory in 10 of the 16 gubernatorial races, while the People Power Party has confirmed wins in only two regions: Daegu and Gyeongbuk. Four regions, including Seoul, Gangwon, Chungnam, and Gyeongnam, remain competitive as of this time. Both the Democratic Party and the June 4, 2026

Kim Nam-jun and Kim Nam-guk Win Seats in National Assembly Elections Kim Nam-jun of the Democratic Party has won the by-election in Incheon Gyeyang-eul, a district previously represented by President Lee Jae-myung. Additionally, Kim Nam-guk, who served as the president's digital communication secretary, has secured a victory in the Ansan-si Gap district of Gyeonggi Province. According to the National Election Commission, as of 3 a.m. on June 4, Kim Nam-jun had garnered 71.85% of the votes, solidifying his win. With a vote count of 36.30% completed, he sig June 4, 2026

Choo Kyung-ho Wins Daegu Mayoral Election, Vows to Revive Local Economy Choo Kyung-ho of the People Power Party has been elected as the mayor of Daegu, defeating Kim Boo-kyum of the Democratic Party. According to the National Election Commission, as of 2:51 a.m. on June 4, Choo had secured 481,418 votes, or 52.81%, leading Kim by a margin of 60,609 votes. Kim acknowledged his defeat around 2:30 a.m., expressing regret for not meeting expectations and congratulating Choo on his victory. Following Kim's concession, Choo returned to the election office to t June 4, 2026

Election Results: Han Dong-hoon Wins, Jo Guk Loses in Local Elections Independent candidate Han Dong-hoon and Jo Guk of the Justice Party received mixed results in the June 3 local elections. Han secured a victory in the Busan Buk-gap by-election, marking a significant political comeback, while Jo's attempt to return to the National Assembly was unsuccessful, raising questions about their future political paths. As of 2 a.m. on June 4, the National Election Commission reported that Han won the Busan Buk-gap by-election with 42.99% of the vote. Upon confirm June 4, 2026