In a Legally Dubious Vote, Yitzchak Amit Appointed as Supreme Court President

Justice Minister Levin announced that he does not recognize the appointment of Justice Amit.

Irish Boxer Conor McGregor Calling for Criminal Charges Against Pro-Hamas Protesters

McGregor's foe Nurmagomedov proclaimed: "Don't forget: Ireland is one of the biggest supporters of Palestine in the world!"

Justice Minister Levin to Supreme Court President Wannabe Amit: Recuse Yourself

Critics point out that Levin, despite having significant political backing and the support of over two million voters, is not using his authority to act decisively.

Trump on a Crusade Restoring Sanity to Government, Country

"My Administration will defend women’s rights and protect freedom of conscience by using clear and accurate language and policies that recognize women are biologically female, and men are biologically male."

Netanyahu’s Shadow Man to the Knesset: No Promise of Palestinian State in Saudi Deal

In the Prime Minister's Office, he is known as "the son Bibi would have liked to have," and the two speak a lot – and only in English.

Trump’s UN Envoy Elise Stefanik Says Israel has Biblical Rights to Judea and Samaria

Stefanik's statement about Israel’s rights to the Biblical lands came just hours after Trump had lifted US sanctions on Jewish settler groups and individuals accused of violence against “Palestinians.”

Kohelet Policy Forum Excluded from Israel’s Tax-Exempt List

The Jerusalem-based think tank is confident that it will ultimately be approved amid a Tax Authority probe into allegations of partisan political activity.

Trump Annuls Biden’s Order that Enabled Hague Court’s Attacks on Israel

The House "Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act" passed by a vote of 243 to 140.

Trump Predicts Normalized Israeli-Saudi Ties ‘Soon’

Trump stated that he would not "push" Israel and Saudi Arabia toward normalization, but expressed confidence that diplomatic relations between the two countries would be established "soon."

Smotrich Launches Campaign to Fire IDF Chief Halevi

“I think that he is a great hero and very professional at the operational level of using force, but he has no strategic vision.”

Tenney Launches Congressional Friends of Judea and Samaria Caucus

“We gotta start telling the truth,” the New York congresswoman said. “We need to be the catalyst.”

Police Decline Investigation of Chief Justice Wannabe Amit, JM Levin Submits Official Complaint

Levin argued that it would not be appropriate at this stage to bring the matter of electing a Supreme Court president before the Judicial Selection Committee."

WSJ: Trump Forced a Deal with the Devil on Bibi

“The Israeli prime minister should never have done it.”

Senate Set to Eliminate Transgender Athletes from Women’s Sports

“We are one step closer as a nation to making sure that not one more male athlete is able to take a trophy, a roster spot, playing time, resources or an opportunity to compete, from a woman.”

In Reproach to Biden’s Ban, Nvidia Invests Half a Billion in Israeli Server Farm

"The Biden Administration now seeks to restrict access to mainstream computing applications with its unprecedented and misguided 'AI Diffusion' rule, which threatens to derail innovation and economic growth worldwide.

Yeshiva University President, Controversial Imam to Give Trump Inaugural Benedictions

Rabbi Ari Berman, head of Yeshiva University, wrote that it is a privilege to “offer a prayer of unity and hope” at this momentous event.

Hegseth: ‘I Support Israel Destroying, Killing Every Last Member of Hamas’

President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary nominee faced tough questions from Democrats in the more than four-hour confirmation hearing.

69% Surge in Slates ahead of US World Zionist Congress Election

American Jews will choose among candidates from 22 slates as they elect representatives who make key decisions on allocating nearly $1 billion annually in support for Israel and world Jewry.

Ben Gvir Calling on Smotrich to Pressure Netanyahu Together over Disastrous Hostage Deal

"The deal fails to secure the release of all the hostages and seals the fate of those not included in the deal, condemning them to death."

Report: High Court President Wannabe Amit Violated Conflict of Interests, Signed Past Name in Case Document

“Yitzhak Amit should not only be disqualified from becoming the President of the Supreme Court, but he is unfit to serve as a Magistrate's Court judge!"

Ben Gvir Doubles Ammunition Allowance for Licensed Gun Owners

"Doubling the number of bullets that are allowed to be possessed is a direct lesson from the events of October 7."

IDF Deputy Chief of Staff Resigns: ‘My Ability to Contribute Is Restricted’

While Baram is considered a candidate for the position, reports suggest he is not the frontrunner.

Justice Minister Levin Facing Right-Wing Backlash over Supreme Court Comprise

"I share the position that the original proposal I submitted is the most correct. But this proposal does not have a majority in the Knesset."

Congress Sanctions Hague Officials for Abusing Israel

The ICC “should have no authority over our people, no authority over the prime minister of Israel.”

Bnei Brak: Fringe Mob Attacks IDF General Organizing Haredi Brigade, 3 Arrested

A band of rioters demonstrated in front of the Bnei Brak police station in protest of the arrests, crying, “Release the hostages.”

Shin Bet States NCO Not a Security Threat, Judge Orders Prosecution to Pay Attention

At the very beginning of the hearing, the prosecution requested that the hearing be held behind closed doors, due to the risk in the case, but the judge rejected the request.

AG: Bill Empowering the Knesset to Elect Supreme Court President ‘Undermines Democracy’

Mind you, this is the AG who, together with the High Court of Justice, thrashed the elected lawmakers and their government’s ability to rule by revoking their decisions time and again.

High Court Approves Ben Gvir’s Extended Authority over the Police Save for Investigations

Justice Minister Yariv Levin strongly protested: "In what other country can judges, who elect themselves, overturn by a single vote a law passed by parliament in three readings?"

Rebuffing Gallant DM Katz Vows Draft Bill Would Generate Myriad Haredi Recruits

At the proposed pace, Katz’s promise of “tens of thousands” of Haredi recruits would materialize around 2035, give or take a year.

Binyamin Settlers Decry High Court’s Decision to Destroy their Natural Springs

On December 17, 2024, the High Court of Justice ruled that the pools must be sealed with dirt and the water supply must be blocked.

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