Justice Minister Levin Urges Defiance of Supreme Court Ruling on State Comptroller Election
On the morning of July 8, 2026, Israeli Justice Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Yariv Levin publicly called for disregarding a Supreme Court ruling regarding the election of the State Comptroller. Levin stated firmly that there should be no hesitation or debate over the matter, asserting that it is impossible to hold repeat elections for the position. He emphasized that Attorney Rabilo should simply assume the role of State Comptroller without further delay. This statement challenges the judiciary's authority and signals a potential constitutional conflict over the appointment process of a key oversight official in Israel.
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