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Supreme Court Justice Refuses to Recuse Herself in 'Patzarit' Leak Investigation

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 3 days ago

What happened

Supreme Court Justice Dafna Barak-Erez denied a request to recuse herself from the 'Patzarit' leak investigation, despite petitioners' claims of her prior involvement based on allegedly false information. The justice criticized the request as an attempt to shape the court's makeup.

  • 01Justice Barak-Erez denied recusal from the 'Patzarit' leak probe.
  • 02Petitioners cited her prior involvement and alleged false information.
  • 03Barak-Erez accused them of trying to influence the court.
  • 04The petitioners expressed disappointment and concern for justice's appearance.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

SrugimRight · Hebrew2 days ago
Supreme Court Justice Refuses to Recuse Herself in 'Patzarit' Leak Investigation
KipaRight · Hebrew3 days ago
Lawmaker, Group Seek to Disqualify Supreme Court Justice in Military Advocate General Case
SrugimRight · Hebrew3 days ago
Supreme Court Justice Asked to Recuse Herself in Military Prosecutor Case
Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew3 days ago
MK and Organization Demand Justice Barak-Erez Recuse Herself from Case

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