Kwon Seong-dong sentenced to two years in prison for accepting 100 million won from the Unification Church... The decisive reason for the special prosecutor's immediate appeal (2026 Breaking News)
Hello! This is your reliable current affairs guide. This afternoon (February 3, 2026), news that would turn Yeouido upside down was delivered.
as soon as ‘Kim Kun-hee's alleged involvement in state affairs’ Investigating the back Minjunggi Special Prosecutor's TeamThe People Power Party lawmaker Kwon Seong-dong filed a surprise appeal against the first trial ruling. appealThere is news that it has been decided.
“Isn’t two years in prison too much?”You may think so, but the special prosecutor's position was different. I am the one who made this ruling. Key Issues과 Background of the appealI'll summarize it into three easy-to-understand categories. If you're busy, just look at this!
1. The crux of the matter: “Why did you receive 100 million won?”
On January 28, the 27th Criminal Division of the Seoul Central District Court sentenced Rep. Kwon Seong-dong to 2 years in prison, 100 million won finewas sentenced.
- Charges: In 2022, he was accused of receiving 100 million won in cash as illegal political funds from a high-ranking Unification Church official (former headquarters director Yoon Young-ho) along with a request.
- Court Decision: “He pleaded guilty, saying, ”As the president’s closest aide, I neglected my constitutional duties and helped expand the influence of a specific religious group.”.
The court's judgment is that it was not a simple donation, but rather 'black money' with a clear quid pro quo.
2. Why the Special Prosecutor Played the Appeal Card
Today (February 3rd), the special prosecution team filed an appeal with the court. The reasons are clear. “"The sentence is too light compared to the crime."” is.
- Special Prosecutor's Sentence Request: 4 years in prison
- First trial verdict: 2 years in prison
- Appeal logic: Considering that Rep. Kwon is denying all charges and showing no remorse, and that this is a corruption crime committed by a high-ranking public official, we believe that a heavier punishment is necessary.
💡 Editor's Fact Check: Rep. Kwon Seong-dong's side also remained silent. Immediately after the sentencing. “"A verdict that is utterly incomprehensible"”He also appealed, saying, "Now the ball is in the court." Second trial (appeal) It is expected that a fierce legal battle will unfold.
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3. What is the future of Representative Kwon Seong-dong?
What will happen if this sentence is confirmed? Under the current law, a member of the National Assembly A sentence exceeding the maximum penalty (including suspended sentence) Once this is confirmed Loss of seat in the National AssemblyIt will be done.
- Current status: 2 years in prison in the first trial (real sentence) → risk of losing his seat in the National Assembly
- Future ramifications: If this sentence is confirmed in the Supreme Court, Rep. Kwon will not only be stripped of his seat but will also be banned from running in elections for the next 10 years.
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