Shin Bet Director David Zini expanded on his criticism of the elected echelon in a full article published Tuesday night, arguing that elected officials lack the ability to manage the frameworks they oversee. He stressed that the law requires the Shin Bet's subordination to the government and criticized the 'rule of bureaucrats.'
Shin Bet Director David Zini elaborated on his earlier remarks in a full article published Tuesday night by The Zioneer, deepening his critique of the elected echelon. Zini stated that the elected officials 'do not truly have the ability to manage the frameworks they are responsible for and elected to,' and emphasized that the law explicitly mandates the Shin Bet's subordination to the government. He also defended his acceptance of the role, noting that despite his previous opposition to outsiders, he felt more fit than others to be loyal to the elected government. The statement follows Zini's earlier remarks Tuesday evening, reported by The Zioneer, in which he said his fitness came from his capacity to be loyal to the elected government. The comments come amid a broader controversy surrounding Zini, including leaked recordings and internal tensions within the agency. Zini also criticized the 'rule of bureaucrats' and called for humility toward elected officials, while affirming that a country without a strong legal system is a ruined one.
2 developments
- ConfirmedBen Gvir backs Shin Bet chief Zini in full article: 'Subordination to elected branch is basic in a democracy'
- StrongShin Bet chief Zini: 'The reason I felt more fit was the ability to be loyal to the elected government'
- DevelopingLeaked recordings: Shin Bet chief Zini called human rights 'nonsense in disguise'
- StrongChannel 14 calls for probe of Shin Bet chief Zini, accusing him of fabricating investigation
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