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Takaichi bets on snap election to lock in mandate

As of May 2026: CRA co-leader resigns February 9 after losing over two-thirds of alliance seats; 'disastrous' results prompt responsibility

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party called a snap election on January 19, 2026. Parliament dissolved on January 23 for a record-short 16-day campaign ending February 8.

Updated May 22

Notable Quotes

"We want to win by cornering the current administration." — January 2026

from Takaichi bets on snap election to lock in mandate · Updated May 22

"Now is our chance to start the centrist movement. We seek to achieve a diverse, gender-equal and inclusive society with people-first politics." — January 2026

from Takaichi bets on snap election to lock in mandate · Updated May 22

"The election results are disastrous. We’ll naturally take responsibility." — February 9, 2026, press conference [15]

from Takaichi bets on snap election to lock in mandate · Updated May 22