Israel's Election Is Over. Herzog Now Holds the Key to Power.
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Election night in Israel ends when all the votes are counted, but that is only the first step. Forming a government runs through the president of the state, who plays a pivotal role in post-election politics.
After the results are finalized, President Isaac Herzog will begin consultations with all the elected parties. He asks each party leader whom they recommend as prime minister.