Saitama gov.'s office raided over alleged funds cover-up

Saitama gov.'s office raided over alleged funds cover-up

SAITAMA, Japan - Saitama Gov. Yoshihiko Tsuchiya walks back to his office after attending a Prefectural Assembly session on July 11. Earlier in the day, prosecutors raided his office, official residence and home in connection with his daughter's alleged violation of the Political Funds Control Law. (Kyodo)

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