Overview

• Kim was transported from a detention center for a fourth interrogation on Monday after being held since Aug. 13.
• The special counsel said charges could be filed as early as Friday, with the timing contingent on investigative developments.
• Shaman Jeon Seong-bae received his first post-arrest questioning the same day and, while acknowledging he received gifts and requests, again denied delivering them to Kim.
• The inquiry covers alleged stock manipulation, interference in party nominations for the 2022 by-elections and 2024 general election, and luxury items purportedly routed via the Unification Church in pursuit of favors including support for Cambodia projects, a YTN purchase and a United Nations office.
• An assistant special counsel said Kim is mostly exercising her right to remain silent during questioning.