Sanae Takaichi Makes History as Japan's First Female Prime Minister

• Sanae Takaichi led her ruling coalition to a landslide victory in Japan's winter elections, securing 352 seats.
• Her Liberal Democratic Party achieved its best performance since 1955, exceeding the majority needed.
• Takaichi is Japan's first female Prime Minister and the first woman to lead the LDP.
• US President Donald Trump congratulated Takaichi, endorsing her "conservative, peace through strength policy."
• A former heavy metal drummer and protégé of Shinzo Abe, Takaichi supports tax cuts, increased military spending, and conservative policies.