In response to reports that he was going to form a new political party, Kahlon announced on 3 November 2013 that he would not. It was subsequently reported that Kahlon would initiate a new party to run in the next Israeli legislative election; possible running-mates were reported to include Yoav Gallant and Meir Dagan.
Following reports of his intention to form a new political party, Kahlon announced on November 3, 2013, that he would not proceed with this plan. It was later revealed that he intended to establish a new party for the upcoming Israeli legislative election; potential running-mates were rumored to include Gallant and Dagan.