Science and Technology Minister Gila Gamliel, a member of the security cabinet, is planning a run to be the next president.
Gamliel began a campaign a few weeks ago among Knesset members and key activists of the Likud party, as well as other right-wing parties, in the hope of gaining the nomination for the position.
Gamliel, 50, has been politically active since a young age and was the first woman to chair the national Student Union.
The next presidential election will be held in June 2028. Gamliel hopes to gain support early on, following the lead of current President Isaac Herzog, who worked on his presidential candidacy for many years.
Gamliel seeks to be Likud’s sole candidate for the position. The president of the state is elected by the Knesset in a secret ballot once every seven years.
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