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Journalist Raviv Drucker Criticizes Appointment of Judge Menachem Mizrahi Favoring Netanyahu

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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 28, 2026

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Journalist Raviv Drucker criticized the appointment of Judge Menachem Mizrahi to the District Court, accusing him of favoring Netanyahu in key cases and warning about the implications for judicial independence. The appointment, supported by Supreme Court judges, will take effect in three years, sparking debate over its future under a new government.

01Judge Menachem Mizrahi appointed to District Court amid coalition's first major judicial success.
02Raviv Drucker claims Mizrahi favored Netanyahu in several high-profile legal cases.
03Four district judges overturned Mizrahi’s rulings, showing judicial disagreement.
04Drucker warns the appointment signals political influence over judicial decisions.
05Supreme Court judges on the committee supported Mizrahi, citing public interest.
06The appointment takes effect in three years, raising questions about future government actions.

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