Aespa’s Karina Faces Disturbing Sexual Comments from Politician’s Son Lee Jae Myung: ‘She Looks So Tasty’

Controversy Surrounds Lee Jae Myung’s Son Amid Political Campaign

Lee Jae Myung, a candidate for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination in South Korea, is facing increased scrutiny following the revelation that his eldest son was fined 5 million Korean won. This fine was imposed due to the son’s inappropriate and sexually explicit comments directed at K-pop star Karina, a member of the popular group aespa, as disclosed in court documents this week.

Details of the Fine

The court records indicate that between October and December 2021, Lee’s son, who used the online alias “LeaveItOverTheRiver, ”made a series of derogatory posts on poker community forums, specifically targeting the 25-year-old singer. One of his posts under a photo of Karina included the statement, “I seriously just want to eat her once.”Additionally, court documents revealed other troubling remarks such as “She looks so damn tasty”and “I want to hold her, ”as reported by Minsimnews.

Legal Implications

The Suwon District Court enforced the fine on October 31, 2024, citing violations of the Information and Communications Network Act regarding the display of obscene content and habitual gambling behavior. Notably, Lee’s son opted not to contest the decision, making the ruling final. Interestingly, the fine was not paid by him directly but by his mother, Kim Hye Kyung, which has fueled public outrage over the incident.

Escalation of Events

The scandal first emerged in December 2021 when the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute lodged criminal complaints after uncovering explicit content related to Lee’s son while investigating his gambling activities on poker sites. Furthermore, the pattern of behavior extended beyond Karina; he reportedly posted similar degrading comments about other women, including DJ Soda. In October 2021, he made shocking statements under DJ Soda’s photos, including, “Please just let me touch her butt once”and “She’s probably thinking she wants to be touched, right?”

Impact on Presidential Campaign

This scandal has intensified the political turmoil surrounding Lee Jae Myung’s campaign, which is set to occur on June 3. His conservative opponent, Kim Moon-soo, has seized upon this controversy, branding Lee’s family as a “criminal family“in a Facebook post. Kim’s spokesperson has criticized Lee Jae Myung for maintaining silence amidst his advocacy for women’s rights.

A Father’s Response

Previously, Lee Jae Myung had publicly addressed his son’s conduct during his 2021 campaign by acknowledging the gambling allegations and promising to ensure his son receives necessary treatment. He also expressed his responsibility as a father concerning his son’s actions.

Current Political Climate

Despite this scandal, Lee Jae Myung continues to hold a substantial lead in the polls as the presidential election approaches. However, recent weeks have marked a tightening of the race, suggesting that voter sentiment may be shifting.