The Democratic Party of Korea is criticizing Seoul Mayor O Se-hoon following his conviction in the first instance of a case involving the funding of a poll. O Se-hoon was found guilty of having a supporter cover expenses related to a "Myung Tae-gyun" public opinion survey. The ruling carries the potential for his removal from office, prompting calls for accountability. The Democratic Party accuses the mayor of attempting to frame the situation as an innocent misunderstanding, rather than offering a sincere apology. They argue he should apologize for his actions instead of offering explanations. The case centers on allegations of campaign finance violations and raises concerns about transparency in political funding. This conviction casts a shadow over Mayor O Se-hoon’s political future and promises further debate within South Korean politics.