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Supreme Court Freezes Comptroller Appointment, Likud Calls Ruling Illegal

7/1/2026

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Five Supreme Court justices froze attorney Michael Rabello’s appointment as state comptroller, leaving the post vacant.
The High Court panel issued an injunction after a Knesset vote that sparked controversy over lawmakers photographing ballots.
The court said the freeze was needed because the incumbent’s term ended and more time was required for a judgment.
Likud MK Hanoch Milwidsky called the ruling illegal, urging officials to ignore the order.

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Five Supreme Court justices froze attorney Michael Rabello’s appointment as state comptroller, leaving the post vacant.
The High Court panel issued an injunction after a Knesset vote that sparked controversy over lawmakers photographing ballots.
The court said the freeze was needed because the incumbent’s term ended and more time was required for a judgment.
Likud MK Hanoch Milwidsky called the ruling illegal, urging officials to ignore the order.