Israel proposes law forcing ex-leaders to repay party debts before running again, targeting Bennett.

Israel’s Ministerial Committee for Legislation is set to review a bill that would bar former party leaders from launching new political campaigns unless they first repay debts from their previous parties, a move targeting Naftali Bennett. The proposal, introduced by Likud’s Avichai Boaron, requires repayment of public funds if financial mismanagement is found, aiming to enforce accountability. Bennett calls the law unconstitutional and politically driven, while Boaron insists it applies broadly to ensure financial responsibility. The bill must still pass multiple Knesset votes and faces uncertain passage amid coalition challenges.