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Singer IU's social media bombarded with negative comments after President Yoon's arrest


Published on 2025-01-16 20:24:15 - MSN
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  • Following President Yoon Suk Yeol's arrest by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) on Wednesday, singer IU continues to garner negative comments on social media.

The article discusses the backlash faced by South Korean singer IU on social media following the arrest of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's mother-in-law, Choi Eun-soon, for forgery. IU, who has been known for her support of President Yoon, faced a surge of negative comments and criticism online. This reaction was largely due to her previous endorsement of Yoon, which included her presence at his inauguration and her vocal support during his campaign. The public's frustration with the political scandal involving Yoon's family has seemingly spilled over to affect public figures like IU, who are perceived to be closely aligned with him. The situation highlights the intersection of politics and celebrity influence in South Korea, where entertainers often engage in political endorsements, making them targets for public sentiment during political controversies.

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