whirlpool of political strife; maelstrom of political conflict
Metaphorical expression for a chaotic, turbulent political situation where various interests clash.
He was caught up in the whirlpool of political strife and resigned.
The bill was scrapped amid the maelstrom of political conflict.
Compound of 政争 (political strife) and 渦 (whirlpool), forming a metaphorical expression for a turbulent political situation.