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Netanyahu Seeks Approval for Primary Changes Granting Him Eight Reserved Slots in Likud List
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 8 hours ago
What happened
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking Likud members' approval to change primary rules, granting him eight reserved list slots and allowing incumbents to run in districts, amid internal party tensions. The vote is set for Monday with no counterproposals allowed.
- 01Netanyahu proposes eight reserved slots for himself on Likud's Knesset list.
- 02Incumbent MKs and ministers could run in districts, not just the national list.
- 03The proposal faces opposition from new district candidates fearing reduced chances.
- 04Voting on Netanyahu's package is set for Monday with no alternative proposals allowed.
- 05Supporters say changes free up national list spots and reduce competition there.
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