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0404Politics

MK Michael Biton Leaves Blue and White Party, Considers New Political Path

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Hebrew · 12 newsrooms covering

Member of Knesset Michael Biton has announced his departure from Benny Gantz's Blue and White party. He is considering forming a new political movement focused on social, national, and traditional values.

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  • MK Michael Biton is leaving the Blue and White party.
  • He is considering forming a new political party.
  • The new party would focus on social, national, and traditional values.
  • Biton has been with Gantz since the beginning of his political career.
  • He met with Gantz to discuss his departure.

Member of Knesset Michael Biton announced on Tuesday evening that he is leaving the Blue and White party led by Benny Gantz. Biton, who has been with Gantz since his first day on the national political scene, is currently exploring the possibility of establishing a new social and political platform.

In a social media post, Biton stated that he would make a decision about his future political direction in the coming hours. He indicated that he is examining the establishment of a party based on social, state, and traditional values, alongside Jewish, Zionist, and democratic principles. Biton described the decision as complex and one that needs to be made quickly.

He added that he is parting ways with Gantz as a friend and colleague, having met and spoken with him about the move. Biton's departure marks another significant shift within the Blue and White party.

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