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Trump's Attacks, Japan's Shift, Olympics Endure

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured the Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) biggest electoral victory in its 71-year history, paving the way for her to pursue a conservative agenda that she acknowledged could "split public opinion," according to NPR News. The victory, which occurred in snap elections for the lower house on February 8, 2026, allows Takaichi to further her political goals.

Meanwhile, the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are underway, but not without their own set of challenges. While COVID restrictions have largely been lifted, some athletes are still taking precautions. American cross-country skier Jessie Diggins, for example, is self-quarantining away from her spouse, according to NPR News. Additionally, some U.S. Olympians are facing online hate and threats for speaking out in support of LGBTQ rights, as reported by NPR News.

The political landscape in the United States is also facing significant divisions. According to Vox, the most impassioned Democrats and Republicans disagree on fundamental issues, including the status of a fetus, the treatment of undocumented immigrants, and the reality of climate change. Eric Levitz, a senior correspondent at Vox, highlighted these divisions, noting the stark contrast in opinions on platforms like Bluesky and Truth Social.

Furthermore, concerns about the integrity of future elections in the U.S. persist. Vox reported that many Americans have feared for the integrity of their nation's future elections since January 2025.

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