Likud Court Ruling Bars Sitting MKs From District Primaries, Boosting Bitan and Gabay
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First reported by Maariv · 16 hours ago
What happened
The Likud party's court barred sitting MKs from running in district primaries, a win for David Bitan and Yair Gabay but a setback for Haim Katz. This ruling closes a path for incumbents to secure easier election routes, intensifying competition on the national list and complicating Netanyahu's efforts to shape the candidate lineup. Some MKs may seek alternatives outside Likud amid fierce internal battles.
- 01Likud court bars sitting MKs from district primaries, benefiting David Bitan and Yair Gabay.
- 02Minister Haim Katz loses key political battle after pushing for incumbents' district candidacies.
- 03Over 35 Likud MKs and ministers compete for about 18 realistic national list spots, raising reelection risks.
- 04Netanyahu secured eight reserved spots but faces challenges influencing the full candidate list.
- 05Some MKs consider leaving Likud or seeking reserved spots with other right-wing parties.
- 06Netanyahu may try to reinstate a selection committee if security prevents August 17 primaries.
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