Lee Jae-myung leads presidential polls with a strong surge in public support, according to Gallup Korea’s latest survey. The liberal Democratic Party of Korea candidate received 38 percent, marking his highest score this year.
This result places him well ahead of other contenders for South Korea’s presidency. Former Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo, ex-Labor Minister Kim Moon-soo, and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo each gained 7 percent. They tied for second place, showing a significant gap behind Lee.
Lee Jae-myung leads presidential polls at a crucial moment. The country will hold an early presidential election on June 3. This follows the impeachment and removal of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The Constitutional Court found him guilty of declaring martial law and breaking democratic principles.
Han Duck-soo, although not officially a candidate, remains in the spotlight. He currently serves as acting president but hasn’t confirmed a presidential run. His previous appointment by Yoon Suk Yeol links him to the conservative People Power Party.
Meanwhile, former Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon received 6 percent support. Reform Party candidate Lee Jun-seok scored just 2 percent. These figures underline the dominant position Lee Jae-myung holds.
Notably, 26 percent of voters remain undecided or prefer no candidate. This undecided group could shift the race in the coming weeks. However, for now, Lee Jae-myung leads presidential polls decisively.
The major parties are preparing to confirm their nominees soon. With the election nearing, public interest continues to grow.
Lee previously lost narrowly to Yoon in the last election by just 0.73 percentage points. He had won 47.83 percent at that time. Since then, he has consistently remained a top choice in public opinion surveys.
Gallup Korea conducted the poll from April 15 to 17. They surveyed 1,000 adults nationwide. The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percent, with 95 percent confidence.
Full survey results are available on the National Election Commission’s website.
