Likud Faces Internal Turmoil Over Delayed Primary Election Rules Approval
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By חיים בלוי
First reported by Now 14 · Jul 6, 2026
What happened
The Likud Constitution Committee postponed its meeting to approve primary election rules, causing internal conflict and legal challenges. Despite a court order setting a July 7 deadline, the committee delayed until July 9, prompting accusations that Netanyahu's aides are withholding information. Netanyahu has the authority to submit election regulations directly to the Likud convention if the committee fails to act.
- 01Likud Constitution Committee delayed primary election rules approval beyond court-mandated July 7 deadline.
- 02Prime Minister Netanyahu's schedule cited as reason for postponement, sparking internal party frustration.
- 03Attorney Bombach requested extension to July 9, opposed by candidate Dor Harlap and others.
- 04Harlap claims Netanyahu can submit election rules directly to Likud convention under party constitution.
- 05Netanyahu and Haim Katz agreed on reserved spots and candidacy arrangements during a private meeting.
- 06Court warned committee to approve rules by July 9 or face automatic vote on 2022 regulations and Netanyahu's direct proposal.
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