Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is reportedly considering reserving a Knesset slot for journalist Avishai Ben Haim, but Ben Haim responded that the issue is not on the agenda.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is reportedly considering reserving a Knesset slot for journalist Avishai Ben Haim, according to a report that emerged earlier Tuesday. The report, attributed to journalist Yaara Shapira, said Smotrich sought to diversify his list with a Mizrahi figure. In response to the report, Ben Haim stated that the issue is not on the agenda. The Zioneer reported on the initial report at 20:11 Jerusalem. Ben Haim's response adds a new dimension, suggesting the report may be premature or inaccurate.
2 developments
- DevelopingLikud examines reserving Knesset slot for Finance Minister Smotrich
- StrongBen Gvir confirms he and Smotrich will not run together, repeats 'two heads' argument
- DevelopingDubi Franses denies report he was offered Knesset seat in Likud, hints at future run for PM
- StrongSmotrich says he received Sofer's retirement 'with sorrow', calls him 'hero of Israel'
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