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Israel's Judicial Reform Sparks Controversy Over Democracy

1/22/2025

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The Knesset Constitution Committee, under MK Yitzhak Pindrus, is reworking a bill that could reshape Israel's Judicial Selection Committee. Spearheaded by Justice Minister Yariv Levin and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, the proposal seeks to limit the coalition's influence in judge appointments. Critics warn that this rushed approach threatens democratic values and calls for wider agreement.

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The Knesset Constitution Committee, under MK Yitzhak Pindrus, is reworking a bill that could reshape Israel's Judicial Selection Committee. Spearheaded by Justice Minister Yariv Levin and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, the proposal seeks to limit the coalition's influence in judge appointments. Critics warn that this rushed approach threatens democratic values and calls for wider agreement.