Political Commentator Yaakov Bardugo Threatens to Expose Former Law Enforcement Chiefs and Calls to Abolish Israeli Presidency

On Tuesday morning, political commentator Yaakov Bardugo launched a fierce attack against former heads of Israel's law enforcement system and President Isaac Herzog during his radio show on Galei Yisrael. Bardugo criticized the political establishment and the ongoing legal proceedings against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, asserting that the opposition knows what benefits Israel also benefits Netanyahu. He claimed that former officials Avichai Mandelblit, Shai Nitzan, and Roni Alsheich are currently fearful because once they testify, they will be dismantled one by one.

Bardugo declared his intention to actively ensure that the testimonies of these former senior officials become fully public. He proposed using artificial intelligence technology to reconstruct courtroom testimonies, circumventing legal restrictions on recording. "I will do everything to have an open studio during their trial so every word is broadcast," he said, emphasizing the prolonged political stalemate caused by allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust.

In a striking and unprecedented call, Bardugo criticized President Isaac Herzog, accusing him of trembling with fear over future political developments. He concluded by urging for the complete abolition of the presidency in Israel immediately following the upcoming elections, describing it as a significant and necessary constitutional change.