A total of 39 people received disciplinary action, including suspension of qualifications. Prime Minister Kishida believed that some degree of harsh punishment was necessary to put a damper on the situation.
Former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Shioya, who was an Abe faction leader and chair of the faction, recommended that they leave the party. Former Secretary-General Nikai, who the highest amount of non-reporting over a five-year period at 35 million yen, was not subject to disciplinary action.