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AG Warns Bill Risks Politicizing Police Misconduct Investigations

2/24/2026

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Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara warned a coalition-backed bill would politicize DIPI by giving control to the justice minister.
She argued the change could enable political influence in police misconduct investigations and undermine DIPI's independence.
State Attorney Amit Aisman echoed the concerns, saying the bill risks creating conflicting enforcement systems.
Critics including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir say the current DIPI functions as a 'crime organization' and support the changes.

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Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara warned a coalition-backed bill would politicize DIPI by giving control to the justice minister.
She argued the change could enable political influence in police misconduct investigations and undermine DIPI's independence.
State Attorney Amit Aisman echoed the concerns, saying the bill risks creating conflicting enforcement systems.
Critics including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir say the current DIPI functions as a 'crime organization' and support the changes.