Japan's LDP Wins Two-Thirds Majority; U.S. Officials Praise
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Tokyo: Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party won a two-thirds majority in the House of Representatives in a Feb. 8 snap election, strengthening Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's position. U.S. officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Ambassador George Glass, congratulated Takaichi and officially pledged deeper cooperation, while President Donald Trump praised the outcome and scheduled a March 19 summit. Internationally, media reported the result enables a conservative policy agenda and stronger bilateral security and economic ties. Officials said the win reinforces U.S. influence in Asia and clears legislative paths for the LDP's priorities. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Feb 5, 2026: President Trump endorses Sanae Takaichi on social media ahead of the election.
- Feb 8, 2026: Japan holds a snap general election; LDP secures an estimated two-thirds majority in the House.
- Feb 8–9, 2026: U.S. officials including Scott Bessent and Ambassador George Glass publicly congratulate Takaichi.
- Feb 9–10, 2026: U.S. media and agencies report on implications for security and economic cooperation; summit announced.
- Mar 19, 2026: Scheduled summit in Washington between President Trump and Prime Minister Takaichi.
- Articles Published:
- 6
- Right Leaning:
- 1
- Left Leaning:
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- Neutral:
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- Distribution:
- Left 0%, Center 83%, Right 17%
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi consolidated legislative power and improved leverage to advance their policy agenda while strengthening political and security ties with the United States.
Opposition parties lost seats and influence in the House of Representatives, reducing their capacity to block legislation and diminishing their immediate legislative role.
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Japan's LDP Wins Two-Thirds Majority; U.S. Officials Praise
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Trump administration congratulates Japan PM Takaichi's on "big victory"
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