今日のテキスト ASSEMBLY ACCEPTS RESIGNATION

The resignation of Tokyo's governor has been accepted by the Metropolitan Assembly. Yoichi Masuzoe spent the last few weeks fighting allegations he misused political funds for private purposes. Masuzoe addressed the assembly Wednesday evening.

(Yoichi Masuzoe / Tokyo Governor)
"It is regrettable that I have to resign at the midway point of my four-year term. It's all my fault."

The governor tendered his resignation letter on Wednesday morning, just hours before he was expected to lose a no-confidence motion. In the lead-up to his resignation, he faced intense questioning from legislators about his spending. He was accused of spending public money on family trips, dozens of pieces of art, and even comic books.
Masuzoe will officially leave his post next Tuesday. He is still entitled to a retirement package of over 200,000 dollars.