Netanyahu likes to point out that it is the majority that matters, the only thing that counts in a formal democracy, forgetting that it is also measured by its defense of human and civil rights
The politics of the current immunity and impeachment proceedings shaking Israel and the US are crucial, but the legal issues may prove even more decisive in the long-run.
“The goal is obviously to cancel the plenum or remove the spotlight from the plenum,” a Blue and White source said.
Likud faction head warns Knesset has been hijacked
Justice minister tells Knesset AG to back off
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The gall would be startling if it didn’t illustrate so perfectly the atmosphere in which prime minister has been forced to function while handling affairs of state.
In a press release, the party warned that should Edelstein not act swiftly enough, they will consider calling for his replacement.
Gantz: I never thought I would see a prime minister evade prosecution. It's either the Kingdom of Netanyahu or the State of Israel.
In order to obtain immunity, Netanyahu would need 61 MKs to vote in favor of it, but the request would likely only be voted on once a government is formed
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