The Movement for Quality Government in Israel attacks the decision of the Ministerial Committee for Legislation to approve the division of the position of attorney general. “Splitting the role without redefining the powers of the attorney general, and without examining the implications for over 150 pieces of legislation that mention its authority, is not “legal reform” but legislative charlatanry at its finest.
“This is self-evidently personal legislation that has one goal – to replace the current attorney general and create a sanctuary for corrupt elected officials. However, the implications go far beyond one sentence – it is an attempt to dismantle the legal fabric that ensures enforcement of the law in Israel and blocks government corruption.”
“The Movement calls on Knesset members to oppose this power-grab and demands that any structural change in the judicial system be made only after professional, transparent and in-depth staff work. The Israeli public deserves an informed legislative process that serves the public interest, not ad hoc solutions tailored to the needs of corrupt politicians seeking to evade justice.”
