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Finance Minister Smotrich Does Not Seek Separate Representation in Tax Benefits Case for Torah Institutions

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First reported by Srugim · Jul 13, 2026

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Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich did not seek separate legal representation in a Supreme Court case challenging the removal of tax benefits from Torah institutions, leaving the state represented only by the Attorney General's position. This has raised questions among political circles about the reasons behind his decision.

01Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich did not request separate legal representation in the tax benefits petition.
02The Supreme Court discussed the revocation of tax benefits from Torah institutions on Monday.
03The state was represented solely by the Attorney General's legal position in the case.
04Smotrich had previously expressed concerns about the impact on the Torah world.
05Political sources say no request for separate representation was made by Smotrich.
06The reasons for not seeking separate representation remain unclear and under investigation.

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