Channel 14 reports that Likud members have asked Prime Minister Netanyahu to give Deputy Minister Almog Cohen a reserved slot on the party list. Cohen responded that he has excellent contact with Netanyahu but the prime minister is occupied with more important matters.
The request, reported by Channel 14 political correspondent Boaz Golan, adds to recent speculation about Deputy Minister Almog Cohen's political future. Cohen, currently a deputy minister from Otzma Yehudit, has been linked to a potential move to the Likud party. The Zioneer has previously reported on Cohen's meetings with Likud officials and his consideration of a reserved slot. In his response, Cohen downplayed the urgency of the matter, suggesting Netanyahu's focus is on broader issues.
2 developments
- StrongLikud infighting intensifies over Netanyahu's demand for 10 reserved slots
- DevelopingNetanyahu offers Likud MKs specific reserved list slots amid infighting
- DevelopingPMO pressure yields results: Likud MKs, ministers post support videos for reserved slots proposal
- StrongLikud Constitution Committee approves 8 reserved slots for Netanyahu on Knesset list
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