Idit Silman Falls Short in Likud Primaries After Political Rise and Fall
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First reported by Walla · 23 hours ago
What happened
Idit Silman, former coalition chair in the Bennett-Lapid government, failed to secure a Knesset seat in the recent Likud primaries, receiving 17,850 votes but ranking 25th. Despite her past influence, she lacked Netanyahu's support and was viewed skeptically by party members. The new Likud list highlights a generational shift, with several key figures placed in realistic winning positions, while Silman’s political future remains uncertain.
- 01Idit Silman failed to secure a Knesset seat in the recent Likud primaries, ranking 25th.
- 02Silman was a key coalition chair in the Bennett-Lapid government but faced internal Likud pressure.
- 03She lacked support from Netanyahu and many Likud members questioned her credibility.
- 04Netanyahu praised the new Likud list for renewal and strength despite some veterans ranking low.
- 05Other notable politicians like Avi Dichter and May Golan also ranked outside realistic positions.
- 06Silman may attempt a political comeback despite her current setback.
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