Patriots Panelist Criticizes Netanyahu for Reserving Knesset Seats for Katz Ministers

On Tuesday, Yaki Admakar, a panelist on the Patriots and journalist, sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to reserve Knesset list spots for ministers Israel Katz and Haim Katz within the Likud party. Admakar argued that this move goes beyond political considerations and amounts to a "job arrangement."

Admakar questioned the justification for Israel Katz, the Defense Minister, receiving a guaranteed place without competing in the party primaries like other members. He noted that Katz has found time for various public engagements, including events, social media, interviews, and podcasts, casting doubt on the claim that Katz needs to be shielded to focus on defense duties.

He also challenged the rationale behind reserving a spot for Haim Katz, asking what distinguishes him from other ministers and Knesset members to merit such preferential treatment. Admakar highlighted significant anger within Likud ranks, especially among those who must compete in primaries while the two Katz ministers are assured places.

Summarizing the internal backlash, Admakar stated, "The anger in Likud is great, and rightly so. Netanyahu has gone one step too far thinking this would pass quietly." The controversy underscores tensions within Likud ahead of the upcoming elections and the party's candidate selection process.