A. Jakavonytė has returned to the Lithuanian Parliament after being sworn in to fill the vacancy left by K. Starkevičius, who announced his resignation due to ongoing investigations into corruption. The decision was made public last week via a social media post, prompting the Central Electoral Commission to terminate Starkevičius's mandate. Jakavonytė, a representative of the Conservative party, received this seat as she was the next candidate on the list following Starkevičius’s election in the multi-member district.

Starkevičius's resignation follows a significant political controversy, as he temporarily suspended his membership in the Homeland Union - Lithuanian Christian Democrats party amidst a wide-ranging corruption investigation involving multiple individuals, including former Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis. Law enforcement conducted searches at the offices and homes of both Starkevičius and Skvernelis, which has brought serious attention to issues of corruption within Lithuanian politics. Starkevičius reportedly declined to testify to authorities regarding the investigations.

The filling of Starkevičius's seat with Jakavonytė highlights ongoing political shifts within Lithuania as parties deal with the implications of corruption investigations. These developments not only impact the individuals involved but may also affect the public perception of political institutions and the governance in Lithuania. Jakavonytė's prior experience in parliament could be an asset as she navigates the complexities of these challenges.