Japan is voting in a snap election, with the ruling party facing potential losses. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its partner Komeito are expected to lose their majority in the lower house of parliament. The election comes amid funding scandals and economic concerns. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has apologized for his party's mishandling of funds and pledged to restart as an honest party.

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