The scandal involving allegations of unreported kickbacks from ruling party fundraising has led to the resignation of key ministers in the Japanese government. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is reshuffling his cabinet in response to the scandal, which has forced the resignations of several ministers, including Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno. The scandal has also prompted criminal investigations into the ruling party’s faction, as well as discussions about restoring public trust in politics. The scandal has caused a decline in public support for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and has led to criticisms from opposition leaders. The allegations involve the diversion of funds from fundraising events and the failure to report such payments, which could potentially result in legal consequences.