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The Times of Israel Daily Briefing
Day 464 - New judicial overhaul plan raises eyebrows and hackles
Jan 12, 2025
Legal reporter Jeremy Sharon provides keen insights into a newly unveiled judicial overhaul in Israel that raises concerns about increased political control over judicial appointments. He discusses the implications of this controversial package and the High Court's recent ruling on Haredi enlistment in the IDF, pressing the government for accountability. Sharon emphasizes how these developments are intertwined with ongoing political tensions and societal impacts, particularly regarding civil rights and military service obligations.
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- The new judicial overhaul plan in Israel aims to increase political control over judicial appointments, raising concerns about reduced judicial independence.
- The High Court is demanding the government address the low enlistment rates among the ultra-Orthodox community in the military.
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Judicial Reform Package Unveiled
A new package of judicial reforms in Israel aims to enhance political influence over judicial appointments while limiting the high court's powers to invalidate legislation. This reform, proposed by Justice Minister Yarev Levine and Foreign Minister Gidon Saar, seeks to change the composition of the Judicial Selection Committee, replacing Bar Association lawyers with politically appointed lawyers. The reforms also propose to reduce the threshold of votes required for appointing a Supreme Court president, effectively minimizing judicial input in these critical decisions. Critics highlight that these changes could lead to increased politicization and reduced professional oversight in an already contentious judiciary landscape.
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