SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Just a week into his term in office, South Korea’s new liberal President Lee Jae-myung moved against his ousted conservative predecessor, approving legislation to launch sweeping special investigations into Yoon Suk Yeol’s ill-fated imposition of martial law in December as well as criminal allegations surrounding his wife and administration.

The monthslong probes, which will involve hundreds of investigators under special prosecutors appointed by Lee, could dominate his early agenda and inflame tensions with conservatives, as Yoon already faces an explosive rebellion trial carrying a possible death sentence.

Here’s a look at the bills approved at Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, which Lee is expected to sign into law soon.

What the investigations are about

The three

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