South Korea’s main opposition People Power Party (PPP) is intensifying pressure on the National Election Commission (NEC) regarding ballot shortages during the recent local elections. The PPP alleges wasteful overseas trips by NEC officials may be linked to the issues experienced during the June 1st local elections. They are demanding a special prosecutor be appointed to investigate the ballot supply problems and potential negligence. The party claims the NEC’s response has been inadequate and lacks transparency, fueling suspicions of mismanagement. The PPP is using allegations of improper foreign travel as leverage to push for a more thorough investigation into the election irregularities. The NEC has not yet issued a comprehensive response to the specific allegations of misconduct. This controversy comes after reports of voters being turned away from polling stations due to a lack of ballots in certain areas.