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JTBC faces probe into alleged $2.5M bribery scheme involving three executives and a former official

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South Korean prosecutors have confirmed they are investigating JTBC for allegedly bribing three executives and a former official with education sector ties, reportedly involving sums around $250 million (approximately 1 billion won) in connection with undisclosed political contributions made during election cycles that impacted recent legislative changes affecting media regulation frameworks.

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    JTBC is launching a new investigative program titled 'Truth Investigation' featuring three reporters.
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    The show will focus on investigating the truth behind recent events, specifically regarding allegations of bribery involving over KRW 1.25 billion in public funds for private use by officials and their associates.
[Mar 24] JTBC announced the launch date (specifically March 30) of its new investigative program 'Truth Investigation' featuring three reporters, with a focus on uncovering facts about bribery allegations involving over KRW 1.25 billion.
[Mar 24] News outlets reported JTBC's plan to investigate the truth behind recent events concerning alleged corruption and misuse of public funds by officials, with a specific figure mentioned as exceeding one point two five trillion won (KRW).