"Anti-Takaichi Group" Formation News Ignites Criticism on X: Voters Cry "Betrayal"
In Nagatacho, fresh from the recent House of Representatives election, a new development within the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is causing a significant stir on social media. Reports that former Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya is leading efforts to form an “anti-Takaichi group” have sparked a flood of criticism on X (formerly Twitter), with many condemning it as a “betrayal of voters.” According to reports, Iwaya had publicly stated his support for Ms. Takaichi during the election campaign. However, immediately after being elected, he allegedly declared his intention to “put the brakes on” her administration and expressed enthusiasm for launching a new group. In response, numerous users have voiced their anger, saying, “It’s unforgivable to pledge support during the election and then revolt once elected” and “Voters cast their ballots for the LDP, and this is a betrayal.” The potential participation of former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Seiichiro Murakami in this group is also ...