Mon Mar 31 21:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Former South Korean Lawmaker Jang Je-won Found Dead at Age 57
**Seoul, South Korea** – Former National Power Party lawmaker Jang Je-won, 57, was found dead in an officetel in Gangdong-gu, Seoul on December 1st, police confirmed. While police stated there are currently no signs of foul play, a suicide note was reportedly left behind. Jang, a three-term lawmaker and key figure within the pro-Yoon Suk-yeol faction, was under police investigation for alleged sexual assault of a staff member. His death comes amidst ongoing political turmoil and recent accusations of abuse of power within the ruling party.