Judicial Reform
The IDF says it will discipline reservists who refuse to show up for duty amid anti-government demonstrations.
Amit Becher garnered 73% of the vote.
The Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee delayed the discussion following requests from several lawmakers.
Voter turnout is higher than in the past with the makeup of the Judicial Selection Committee at stake.
The finance minister spoke as the coalition restarts the legislative process.
The premier accused opposition leaders of not taking talks on a compromise seriously.
“Today, it finally became clear that Gantz and Lapid looked for any way to blow up the talks,” said Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The surprise result, which leaves one space open on the Judicial Selection panel, followed a day of intense political maneuvering. Until all members have been selected, the committee cannot convene.
At the time of the voting, it was unclear whether any candidates would be approved, as the coalition attempted to delay the appointments by 30 days.
Former Prime Minister Ehud Barak claims that Benjamin Netanyahu is intent on destroying Israeli democracy.
Israel Katz was accosted while addressing an event in Tel Aviv.
“Top Story” with Jonathan Tobin and guest Liel Leibovitz, Ep. 98
