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  "id": 7680718,
  "title": "Parliamentary committee adopts confirmation hearing report for Supreme Court justice nominee",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/parliamentary-committee-adopts-confirmation-hearing-report-for",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-16T02:07:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260916/parliamentary-committee-adopts-confirmation-hearing-report-for-supreme-court-justice-nominee"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Wednesday, a parliamentary committee endorsed a confirmation hearing report for prospective Supreme Court Justice Kim Sung-soo, clearing the path for his appointment to the nation's highest court. The endorsement followed a confirmation hearing on Monday, during which the special parliamentary committee deliberated on Kim's suitability.\n\nIn the report, the ruling Democratic Party of Korea commended Kim, praising his \"sincere and thoughtful responses\" that showcased his dedication to political impartiality and judicial independence. Conversely, the main opposition People Power Party contested his credentials, questioning his qualifications and commitment to maintaining neutrality as a Supreme Court justice.\n\nThe finalization of Kim's appointment is anticipated after a parliamentary plenary session vote expected Thursday. Subsequent to this vote, President Lee Jae Myung will formally appoint Kim to the Supreme Court. Should the approval be granted, Kim will become the inaugural Supreme Court justice to assume office under the Lee administration.",
  "summary": "A parliamentary committee on Wednesday adopted a confirmation hearing report for Supreme Court Justice nominee Kim Sung-soo, paving the way for his appointment to the top court. The approval came after the special parliamentary committee held a confirmation hearing for Kim on Monday. In the report, the ruling Democratic Party of Korea made a positive assessment of Kim, saying his \"sincere and…",
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        "title": "Parliamentary committee adopts confirmation hearing report for Supreme Court justice nominee",
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        "title": "Parliamentary committee adopts confirmation hearing report for Supreme Court justice nominee",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/parliamentary-committee-adopts-confirmation-hearing-report-for-7682811",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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