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Netanyahu Defends Ben-Gvir: Judicial Power Overreach Claim

4/14/2026

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu submitted a response to the Supreme Court on April 12, 2026, opposing petitions to remove National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
He argued that judicial interference in government composition is unconstitutional.
He stated that only he has the authority to dismiss a minister.
Netanyahu said the petitions represent an overreach of judicial power.
He noted that Ben-Gvir's actions align with those of previous ministers.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu submitted a response to the Supreme Court on April 12, 2026, opposing petitions to remove National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
He argued that judicial interference in government composition is unconstitutional.
He stated that only he has the authority to dismiss a minister.
Netanyahu said the petitions represent an overreach of judicial power.
He noted that Ben-Gvir's actions align with those of previous ministers.