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Hashimoto Toru back in the spotlight over agriculture minister remarks

Original: 橋下 徹

Former Osaka governor and lawyer Hashimoto Toru is trending in Japan amid reports that Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Yanase allegedly said he would cut local budget allocations before taking office, tying spending to election outcomes. Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara said the matter is under investigation, and Hashimoto's commentary on the controversy is drawing public attention.

Why now: Hashimoto is being searched as he comments on a fresh political scandal involving the agriculture minister's budget remarks.

Hashimoto ToruYanase ShinjiroKihara HirokazuJapan

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