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Fukuoka assembly corruption: Fund misuse and LDP sanctions

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The corruption scandal involving the Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly has expanded to include allegations of systemic extortion, high-level political ties, and the misuse of public funds. Former chairman Yūgo Kurauchi alleged he was pressured to pay large sums to secure his election, while former vice-chair Hideyuki Eto testified to paying approximately ¥8 million. Recorded audio of party chief Masayuki Nakao discussing “big money” has further fueled extortion claims. Recent scrutiny has focused on assembly expenditures and long-standing subsidy practices. It was revealed that Fukuoka Prefecture has provided annual subsidies of up to 12 million yen to 13 voluntary parliamentary groups for over 50 years, a practice the assembly secretariat claims is unique to the prefecture. These funds have reportedly been used for social activities and overseas travel. In response, Governor Seitaro Hattori is reviewing and considering the abolition of this subsidy system. Political consequences have intensified. The LDP headquarters has issued a non-endorsement notice to all current members of the Fukuoka Prefectural Assembly for the 2027 spring elections, a move reportedly driven by LDP President Sanae Takaichi. Internal fractures are deepening. The Democratic Prefectural Assembly has dissolved and split into three separate factions. Meanwhile, the LDP prefectural assembly group suspended Hideyuki Eto after he opposed a motion blocking a resignation recommendation for Kurauchi, leading to accusations that the party is “punishing a whistleblower.” Following the resignation of former speaker Kurauchi, the assembly ~~is preparing for~~ held a speaker election ~~during its~~ on September ~~regular session. The LDP, facing diminished influence after the resignations of both~~ 9. After a tie between the ~~former speaker and deputy speaker, has proposed~~ LDP’s Michito Oshima ~~as its candidate. Komeito has announced~~ and Komeito’s Masahiko Shinkai, ~~while other factions and independent members engage in negotiations. There are growing calls within the assembly for the former speaker to provide~~ Oshima was elected via a ~~formal public explanation~~ lottery. New allegations of illicit money transfers have emerged, with former chair Gensho Yoshimatsu testifying that LDP leaders demanded over 20 million yen regarding his ~~resignation.~~ appointment. Eto further admitted to paying approximately 8.25 million yen, including funds for entertainment and golf.

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