But opposition lawmakers say the party’s probe failed to fully bring to light the facts surrounding the slush funds and are set to demand further scrutiny.
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party punished 39 lawmakers, including senior Abe faction leaders, over a political fund scandal that has dealt a serious blow to the party and the Kishida administration.
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