Regional Cooperation Minister Dudi Amsalem Votes in Likud Primaries, Defends Democracy Efforts

Regional Cooperation Minister Dudi Amsalem cast his vote at the Knesset in Jerusalem during the Likud party primaries. Addressing the issue of reserved spots for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu within the party, Amsalem emphasized the democratic process, stating, "Look at the celebration of democracy here, I have been fighting for this in recent months." When asked whether he believed Netanyahu had interfered excessively in the party elections, Amsalem declined to comment, saying, "No, I won't get into that now, today is a day of celebration."