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Netanyahu's State Comptroller Candidate Withdraws from Race
Michael Ravilo, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's nominee for State Comptroller, withdrew his candidacy on Tuesday. Ravilo cited the coalition's diminished majority and a desire not to oppose retired Supreme Court Justice Yosef Elron, who is now seen as the leading candidate.
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What happened
- 01Michael Ravilo withdrew his candidacy for State Comptroller, a position backed by PM Netanyahu.
- 02Ravilo cited the coalition's loss of its majority as a reason for his withdrawal.
- 03Retired Supreme Court Justice Yosef Elron is now considered the leading candidate for the role.
- 04The coalition reportedly prefers Elron over candidates from the opposition's "change bloc."
The coalition reportedly favors Elron over other potential candidates.
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