Knesset members file motion to replace Speaker; Matan Kahana named as candidate

More than 61 members of the Knesset have formally filed a request to replace current Speaker Amir Ohana, according to reports today (Monday) by Kan 11 and Globes. The move comes as the 26th Knesset held its inaugural swearing-in ceremony this afternoon. Simultaneously, the 'Change Bloc' announced its proposed committee leadership: Matan Kahana is slated for the position of Knesset Speaker, Avigdor Liberman for the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Roy Folkman for the Arrangements Committee, and Liran Avishar Ben-Horin for the Finance Committee. MK Gadi Eisenkot emphasized at his faction meeting that the bloc will insist on universal military and national service. Further details on the vote to replace the Speaker have not yet been released.