Overview
- Attorney General Gali Baharav‑Miara petitioned the High Court to require Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to explain why Itamar Ben‑Gvir remains national security minister.
- Her submission alleges Ben‑Gvir has abused his office to influence Israel Police on sensitive enforcement and investigations, undermining democratic norms.
- The request responds to petitions urging Ben‑Gvir’s removal and asks the court to shift the burden onto the prime minister to justify his inaction.
- Ben‑Gvir dismissed the move with a harsh message on X, attacking the attorney general and rejecting her accusations.
- Legal reporting notes the attorney general cannot dismiss ministers herself and that any court-ordered removal would typically require an expanded panel.