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Senior Member Leaves Bennett-Lapid 'Together' Party Amid Internal Crisis
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 4 hours ago
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Hanania Ben Shimon, a key member of the Bennett-Lapid 'Together' party, has left the party and its campaign citing personal reasons amid internal turmoil and poor poll results. The party faces significant challenges ahead of the elections, including declining voter support and leadership uncertainties.
- 01Hanania Ben Shimon, senior 'Together' member, resigns from party and campaign for personal reasons.
- 02Ben Shimon cited belief in the party's vision but decided to leave after internal deliberations.
- 03'Together' party struggles with low poll numbers, currently polling at 15 seats.
- 04Speculation grows that Naftali Bennett may retire from politics due to poor polling.
- 05Ayelet Shaked is negotiating a joint run with Avigdor Lieberman's party after splitting from Bennett.
- 06Ben Shimon's departure highlights ongoing internal crises as elections approach.
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