Tali Gottlieb's Son Signals Support for Opposition Candidate Over Likud

Matan Gottlieb, son of Knesset member Tali Gottlieb, revealed he does not intend to vote for the Likud party in the upcoming elections, surprising many. Although he identifies as right-wing, Matan described himself as a former "Bennett voter" and expressed discomfort with current Likud figures such as Dudi Amsalem and Miri Regev, citing widespread corruption and internal problems within the party. He also highlighted the polarized political climate in Israel, feeling there is no middle ground between right-religious and left-secular camps.

Matan shared that he and his mother often have intense political debates, including a recent serious argument over the military draft law. Their household is politically diverse, with his grandfather supporting Bennett and his brother becoming more right-wing since the Gaza war. Matan's documentary film "Mom Prime Time," which portrayed his mother, further strained their relationship, especially after media coverage led to public backlash against Tali Gottlieb, including protests outside her home and political attacks within the coalition.

He recounted how a prominent interview with Haaretz, featuring his quote "I don't want to be Yair Netanyahu," upset his mother deeply, coinciding with other negative press that embarrassed her in front of Prime Minister Netanyahu. Despite the tensions and his mother's moments of vulnerability, Matan said she tries to remain strong in front of him. The article also noted a recent political setback for Netanyahu as the Likud party canceled reserved spots on its candidate list.