Justice Minister Yariv Levin stated Wednesday morning that there is no room for deliberation and that a revote for State Comptroller cannot be held, calling on attorney Michael Ravilo to simply assume the role. Levin spoke in a raised voice, according to reports, in a further escalation of the dispute with the High Court.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin escalated his confrontation with the High Court of Justice on Wednesday morning, calling for non-compliance with the court's ruling on the appointment of State Comptroller. Speaking in a raised voice, Levin said that a revote for the position cannot be held and that attorney Michael Ravilo, who was elected by the Knesset, should simply assume the role. 'No one will be able to stop him,' Levin was quoted as saying earlier today. The statement comes hours after The Zioneer reported Levin's insistence that a revote is impossible. The dispute over the comptroller's appointment has been ongoing for weeks, with the High Court issuing a conditional order against the appointment. Levin, along with other coalition members, has previously expressed support for defying the court. The High Court has warned of personal liability for disobeying its rulings. The coalition is pushing forward with judicial reform legislation that would limit the court's authority over Basic Laws.
3 developments
- StrongLikud, PM tell High Court revote on Ravilo comptroller appointment cannot happen
- DevelopingMinister Regev Slams High Court Comptroller Ruling, Says Ravilo Will Be Appointed
- DevelopingJustice Minister Levin attacks Supreme Court as 'enabling' attorney general's actions
- DevelopingPM tells High Court revoking Ravilo appointment would be unprecedented
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