The Ministry of Religious Services accepted the position of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and announced the cancellation of a major memorial event for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef due to its proximity to the elections. The event was scheduled to take place at Binyanei HaUma, and Baharav-Miara suggested it be held after the elections due to concerns over Shas party campaigning. The Ministry of Religious Services stated that "at this stage, the event in memory of Maran cannot be held because of the election campaign." It should be noted that the memorial service for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef has not been canceled, and this refers to a different event.