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Former Fire Commissioner Dedi Simchi Considers Joining Likud Amid Blue and White Uncertainty
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First reported by Kan News · 6 hours ago
What happened
Dedi Simchi, previously second on Blue and White's list, is considering joining Likud if offered a Knesset spot, due to Blue and White's poor polling and lack of alliances. He has signaled readiness to continue his political career outside his current party.
- 01Dedi Simchi may leave Blue and White for Likud if offered a reserved Knesset seat.
- 02Simchi was placed second on Benny Gantz's Blue and White list.
- 03Blue and White's declining polls and lack of alliances prompted Simchi's doubts.
- 04Simchi told Gantz he intends to stay in politics even outside Blue and White.
- 05Weeks ago, Simchi spoke of a joint run and uniting centrist forces.
- 06Yoaz Hendel is among potential new allies, but no agreements are finalized.
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