A News 13 poll indicates National Unity Party led by Benny Gantz wins 30 seats if elections held today. Likud strengthens slightly; Yesh Atid receives 15 seats.
The protests took place in various locations in the city. Groups gathered outside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art at Hostages Square and blocked several streets.
Despite favoring Democrats, the poll shows that concerns about the economy, immigration, and the 'American Dream' persist.
The 37-year-old former health and higher education minister was elected unopposed as the new leader of Fine Gael last month, just days after Leo Varadkar's shock exit.
"A lot of [voting patterns] is habit. Jewish people, by habit, just vote for the Democrats, and [African Americans] by habit vote for the Democrats," the former president added.
Former president seeks to replenish diminished coffers for his rematch against Democrat Joe Biden.
Gantz calls for September election amid protests; Netanyahu opposes, fearing Hamas advantage. Political shift could impact Gaza war resolution.
Since Kuwait's Sheik Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah assumed power in 2023, the country is now holding its first parliamentary election.
Gantz stopped short of saying he would leave the government if the prime minister did not accept his demand.
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