Justice Minister Yariv Levin stirred controversy by announcing that all 12 High Court justices are candidates for Chief Justice, except the retiring Uzi Vogelman. Only two, Yizhak Amit and Yosef Elron, nominated themselves.
Levin’s move sparked public scrutiny as over 100 complaints were filed against the justices. The vetting process aims to expose any public grievances before a decision is made.
Critics called Levin’s actions petty and ineffective. By delaying the process, he hopes to rally support for Elron. However, Amit is likely to become interim Chief Justice due to Vogelman’s retirement.
This political saga may leave the High Court with three vacancies, impacting its efficiency. Levin’s refusal to cooperate with the selected candidate further complicates the situation, hindering the court’s ability to function effectively.