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Several Likud MKs Consider Joining Gilad Erdan's New Party Amid Primary Dispute
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First reported by Srugim · 20 hours ago
What happened
Several Likud MKs dissatisfied with primary restrictions have approached Gilad Erdan about joining his new party, 'The Unity,' which demands commitment to specific principles including opposition to narrow coalitions and support for Haredi conscription. MK Eliyahu Revivo has already withdrawn from the Likud primaries due to these issues.
- 01Several incumbent Likud MKs have approached Gilad Erdan about joining his new party, 'The Unity'.
- 02The MKs are frustrated by restrictions barring ministers from running in regional slots in Likud primaries.
- 03Erdan's party requires new members to commit to opposing narrow coalitions and supporting Haredi conscription.
- 04Gilad Erdan announced 'The Unity' party last week with MK Yuli Edelstein as co-leader.
- 05MK Eliyahu Revivo withdrew from the Likud primaries, citing the party's system and reserved slots.
- 06'The Unity' declined to comment on private discussions regarding potential defections.
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