Lee Jin-sook Wins Daegu Dalseong District By-Election, Joins National Assembly Lee Jin-sook of the People Power Party has won the by-election for the Dalseong District in Daegu, successfully entering the National Assembly. In her victory speech, she stated, "As a member of the National Assembly chosen by the people of Dalseong, I will dedicate all my efforts to protecting a free Republic of Korea." According to the National Election Commission, Lee secured 62.91% of the votes, defeating Park Hyung-ryong of the Democratic Party, who garnered 37.08%. This by-election June 4, 2026

Han Dong-hoon Wins Busan North District by-election, Aims to Restore Balance in South Korea Han Dong-hoon, an independent candidate, has won the by-election for the Busan North District seat in the National Assembly. According to the National Election Commission on June 4, Han secured his victory by a margin of 1,425 votes over Ha Jung-woo, the candidate from the Democratic Party. Upon confirmation of his election, Han expressed his gratitude, stating, "I sincerely thank the great citizens of Buk-gu for opening the path to a historic victory for the future of our district and June 4, 2026

Min Hyung-bae Elected as First Mayor of Integrated Jeonnam-Gwangju Min Hyung-bae of the Democratic Party has been elected as the first mayor of the Integrated Jeonnam-Gwangju. According to the National Election Commission, as of 2 a.m. on June 4, with 87.16% of the votes counted, Min secured 79.02% of the total votes. He decisively defeated Lee Jeong-hyun of the People Power Party, who received 11.58%, as well as Kang Eun-mi of the Justice Party with 3.92%, Lee Jong-wook of the Progressive Party with 3.72%, and independent candidate Kim Kwang-man, who June 4, 2026

Choo Mi-ae Poised to Win Gyeonggi Province Governorship, First Female Regional Leader Choo Mi-ae, the Democratic Party candidate for governor of Gyeonggi Province, is likely to win the election, which would make her the first female leader of a metropolitan government in South Korea. According to the National Election Commission, as of 11:16 p.m. on June 3, with 26.51% of the votes counted, Choo led with 969,869 votes, or 53.51%. Her opponent, Yang Hyang-ja of the People Power Party, received 740,560 votes, or 40.90%. Exit polls conducted by major broadcasters KBS, MBC, a June 4, 2026

Song Young-gil Poised for Return to National Assembly After By-Election Victory Former Democratic Party leader Song Young-gil is set to return to the National Assembly, with expectations of making a significant impact at the party's convention in August. As of 2 a.m. on June 4, Song is projected to win the by-election for the Incheon Yeonsu-gap district, leading by a substantial margin over his opponent, Park Jong-jin of the People Power Party. Upon confirming his likely victory, Song visited his campaign office and stated, "I will be a strong support for the Lee Ja June 4, 2026

Ruling Party Gains Public Support, Accelerates Legislative Agenda Under Lee Jae-myung's Government The ruling party has strengthened its position in the National Assembly and secured significant local power, bolstering the governance of Lee Jae-myung's administration. The government and ruling party are expected to accelerate their legislative agenda, focusing on economic and reform initiatives based on cooperation between central and local governments. According to political sources on June 3, the local elections held on that day were the first nationwide elections since the inception June 4, 2026

Experts Urge Focus on Livelihoods and Community Unity After Local Elections The first nationwide election since the launch of the Lee Jae-myung administration has concluded. In the June 3 local elections, 4,227 officials were elected, including heads of regional governments, education superintendents, local government heads, and various council members. Additionally, 14 vacant National Assembly seats were filled by local voters. In an interview with Aju Economy on June 3, six political analysts identified improving livelihoods and revitalizing local economies as June 4, 2026

Choo Mi-ae Thanks Gyeonggi Residents After Winning Governor Election Choo Mi-ae, the Democratic Party candidate elected as the governor of Gyeonggi Province, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the residents on June 4, stating, "I sincerely thank the citizens for their choice." Choo arrived at the election office in Ingyedong, Suwon, shortly after midnight and received congratulations from members of her campaign committee. Reflecting on her campaign journey, she remarked, "I have never taken an easy path and have always focused on the people. I am truly June 4, 2026

Will Promises on Railways, Redevelopment, and Subsidies Be Fulfilled After the Election? Following the local elections, voters' attention naturally shifts to the fulfillment of campaign promises. There is growing curiosity about when the various commitments made during the campaign—such as expanding rail and transportation networks, revitalizing redevelopment and reconstruction projects, enhancing welfare for youth and seniors, distributing local currency, and increasing caregiving services—will become a reality. To be clear, promises will not be implemented immediately after June 4, 2026

Democratic Party Poised for Unprecedented Power Grab in Local Elections The Democratic Party has achieved a significant victory in the June 3 local elections, positioning itself to gain control over legislative, central administrative, and local powers, a feat described as a "triple crown." According to Yonhap News, as of 10 p.m. on June 3, the Democratic Party is leading in 14 out of 16 regional governor elections. If this trend continues, the party will secure its third consecutive national election victory, following its wins in the 2024 general elections June 3, 2026