Liberal Democratic Party punishes Abe faction executives over political funding issue, considering recommendation to leave party. Liberal Democratic Party former Policy Research Chairman Hagiuda office re-corrects political funds balance report.
Former Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura and former House of Councilors Secretary-General Seko revealed that they had a four-person meeting with former Prime Minister Abe in March of last year. Constitutional Democratic Party plans to continue to intensify its pursuit, including calling for the subpoena of Abe faction leaders and other witnesses.