Seoul's fear of abandonment will rise again if former president remains favorite for GOP nomination in 2024, experts say
Donald Trump became the first former U.S. president to be indicted on criminal charges on Thursday, and experts say the unprecedented development could have implications as far-reaching as the Korean Peninsula.
Imprisoning former presidents is almost standard practice in South Korea. But the U.S. is treading uncharted waters, said attorney and Korea Pro contributor Jumin Lee.
Donald Trump became the first former U.S. president to be indicted on criminal charges on Thursday, and experts say the unprecedented development could have implications as far-reaching as the Korean Peninsula.
Imprisoning former presidents is almost standard practice in South Korea. But the U.S. is treading uncharted waters, said attorney and Korea Pro contributor Jumin Lee.
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