David Bitan

Independent voters hold more power over Israel elections than before, strategic adviser says

"Today, independent voters account for 60% to 70%, and deals account for 30%. That is why Haim Katz, the king of Likud deals, asked for a reserved spot," Seri claimed.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara arrive to cast their vote at a polling station in Jerusalem, August 17, 2026
People at polling station during the Likud party internal elections in Jeursalem, July 27, 2026.

Court rejects bid to let Likud MKs run in district slots, in setback for Netanyahu

MK Osher Shekalim speaks during a meeting of Special Committee for the Communications Law at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, June 29, 2026.

'Know your place': Gotliv calls for IDF chief Zamir's dismissal after his criticism of draft law

The Likud Constitution Committee, headed by the Chairman of the Likud Central Committee, Chairman of the Constitution Committee, Minister Haim Katz, has now convened announcing that the date of the primaries will be held on: 4.8.2026

Likud postpones primaries to August amid debate over Netanyahu’s influence on party list


Former minister Benny Begin: I'm not going to vote for Likud

Blue and White leader Benny Gantz called Begin's announcement sad and said he hopes to earn his vote.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) and Bennie Begin confer in the Knesset

MK Bitan promises legislation to resolve Church land property crisis

In recent years, the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem sold more than 50 hectares to private investors and developers.

David Bitan in Knesset on February 5, 2018.

Nissenkorn to head Blue and White’s Knesset faction

Nissenkorn will coordinate the parliamentary work of the opposition and its efforts to bring down Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Picture of Benny Gantz and Histadrut Labor Union chairman Avi Nissenkorn

Bitan recommends Netanyahu appoint Ayelet Shaked to next gov't

"Ayelet Shaked is popular and loved in the Likud party," MK David Bitan said.

Ayelet Shaked at a weekly cabinet meeting, November 18, 2018

Bitan tells police he got paid as lawyer

“I did not receive a bribe,” Bitan said. “I never received money in my roles in the city of Rishon Lezion, and anyone who says otherwise is lying.”

David Bitan in Knesset on February 5, 2018.

Report: Netanyahu allegedly tried to oust police chief

On Friday, the Lahav 433 National Crime Unit and the Israel Securities Authority interrogated Netanyahu in his Jerusalem residence with regard to Case 4000, otherwise known as the Bezeq Affair.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) congratulates new police commissioner Roni Alsheich after he received his ranks during a ceremony in Jerusalem December 3, 2015.

Ayelet Shaked: I may run for prime minister eventually

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked sees herself eventually running for prime minister, she hinted in an interview with The Jerusalem Post at the Knesset on Tuesday.

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked

Former coalition head: Shaked could defeat anyone in Likud if she ran

The Minister of Justice is well-liked in the Likud party and could beat any contenders, claimed Likud MK David Bitan.

Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked

Report: Police want Bitan indicted for bribery

Police also found evidence to indict Bitan over money laundering and tax offenses.

David Bitan in Knesset on February 5, 2018.

Once again, Bitan remains silent in questioning

MK David Bitan (Likud)is suspected of accepting bribe money, money laundering, fraud and breach of trust.

David Bitan