Likud MK Tali Gottlieb Warns of Fake Ballots in Party Primaries

On Monday, Likud Member of Knesset Tali Gottlieb issued an unusual warning to party voters, claiming that some polling stations in the ongoing Likud primaries contain fake ballots without her name. Gottlieb urged party members to carefully check their ballots before voting and to report any suspicious cases directly to her. She did not specify which polling stations were affected but emphasized vigilance and direct communication.

Gottlieb linked the incident to internal power struggles within Likud, alleging that organized factions are acting out of fear of her growing support among party members. She stated, "Likud activists and vote contractors are in hysteria over the power of free votes." Furthermore, she warned that any polling station found with counterfeit ballots would be invalidated and that she intends to seek their disqualification.

The controversy has also drawn attention from left-wing activists supporting Gottlieb, who have expressed hopes for her strong showing in the primaries. The situation highlights tensions within the Likud party as it conducts its candidate selection process ahead of upcoming elections.