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Likud Committee Debates Primaries Reform Ahead of August Elections
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First reported by Now 14 · Jul 9, 2026
What happened
The Likud Constitution Committee held a contentious meeting on primary election reforms ahead of August 4, 2026, primaries. Proposals on reserved slots and election methods will be finalized Sunday with Netanyahu present. The debate reflects internal tensions over party democracy and candidate opportunities.
- 01Likud committee debated primary election reforms despite Netanyahu's request to delay.
- 02Sunday's meeting with Netanyahu will decide reserved slots and primary system changes.
- 03Netanyahu proposes 10 reserved slots; rival MK David Bitan suggests only 4.
- 04Some Likud MKs criticize expanding reserved slots, fearing reduced internal democracy.
- 05Likud primaries set for August 4, with voter registration closing July 10.
- 06Other right-wing parties, like Religious Zionist Party, also prepare for internal elections.
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