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Shas MK Haim Biton Investigated for Alleged Misuse of Public Education Funds
How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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First reported by Channel 13 · 35 minutes ago
What happened
Shas MK Haim Biton was questioned by police over allegations of misusing public education funds during his tenure as CEO of an educational network, with the investigation nearing completion and evidence including recordings of him discussing influence over community centers.
- 01Shas MK Haim Biton investigated for alleged misuse of public education funds from 2018-2021.
- 02Funds were allegedly diverted to publish a children's supplement attached to the Shas party newspaper.
- 03Police suspect fraud, breach of trust, false documentation, and money laundering.
- 04Investigation is close to completion and will soon be sent to the prosecution.
- 05Recordings reveal Biton boasting about influence over the Company for Community Centers.
- 06Biton first questioned in March alongside three other suspects during police searches.
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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew21 minutes ago
Shas MK Haim Biton Investigated for Alleged Misuse of Public Education Funds
WallaCenter · Hebrew23 minutes ago
Shas MK Chaim Biton Investigated Over Alleged Misuse of Education Funds for Party Newspaper
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