Edelstein, a Likud MK who holds the position of Knesset speark, said: „We cannot abuse the public, that is my position as an MK not as Knesset speaker.“ Hours later, the Meretz-backed bill to dissolve the Knesset passed a preliminary reading, with eighty four MKs voting in favor of the bill. Another version of the bill, led by Opposition Chairman Isaac Herzog, then passed its first reading.