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Former Japanese PM's Accused Killer Pleads Guilty During Trump Visit to Japan

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's accused killer, Tetsuya Yamagami, pleaded guilty on Tuesday as President Donald Trump was in the country, while the new prime minister hosted him.

A 45-year-old Japanese man, Tetsuya Yamagami, pleaded guilty to fatally shooting former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe during President Donald Trump's visit to the country, as new Prime Minister hosted Trump on Tuesday. Details of the plea are not available yet. The incident shocked Japan and has raised questions about security measures. A trial is expected to take place in the near future.

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