Netanyahu Defends Ben Gvir Appointment in Supreme Court, Criticizes Government Legal Adviser

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu submitted his response to the Supreme Court regarding petitions demanding the dismissal of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Netanyahu argued that the issue is non-justiciable and that Ben Gvir's appointment was lawful. In his response, Netanyahu sharply criticized the Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of exaggerating events that do not justify dismissal.

Following Netanyahu's remarks, Minister Ben Gvir praised the Prime Minister and launched a strong attack against the Attorney General and the professional civil service. Ben Gvir declared that the "deep state" officials have no authority to remove ministers from office. This exchange highlights the ongoing tension between the government and legal authorities over ministerial appointments and the limits of judicial intervention.

The Supreme Court is currently reviewing the petitions filed against Ben Gvir's appointment, which has been a subject of political controversy. Netanyahu's defense and Ben Gvir's statements underscore the government's stance against what they perceive as overreach by legal officials. The court's decision on this matter will be closely watched as it may set precedents regarding the balance of power between elected officials and the judiciary in Israel.