National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir responded Friday to Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's determination that a transition government period has begun, telling her that in his view it began with the government's swearing-in. He said he did not count her then and does not count her now, and expressed regret that his earlier demand to fire her was not heeded.
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir on Friday directly addressed Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, responding to her earlier determination that the government has entered a transition period. In a statement, Ben Gvir argued that the transition period effectively began with the government's swearing-in, and he does not recognize any change in status. 'I didn't count you then, and I don't count you today,' he said, reiterating his longstanding demand for her dismissal. Ben Gvir also expressed regret that his earlier calls to fire her were ignored. The exchange follows the Attorney General's Thursday notification to ministers requiring consultation on unusual decisions during the transition period. Ben Gvir has repeatedly clashed with Baharav-Miara over legal and policy issues, and his remarks signal continued friction ahead of potential coalition negotiations.
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- DevelopingAttorney General tells ministers transition government period has begun, requires consultation on unusual decisions
- DevelopingPM must wake up, says critic — Attorney General still attending cabinet despite removal
- DevelopingAttorney General demands pre-approval of all Ben Gvir social media posts
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