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Eisenkot bloc moves to restore attorney-general's powers as it takes control of Knesset

Eisenkot bloc moves to restore attorney-general's powers as it takes control of Knesset

Whether these measures can be completed will depend on the pace of the Knesset's work and the legal restrictions governing legislative procedures during this period.

The Eisenkot-led bloc is preparing to use its majority in the Knesset to reverse legislation weakening the attorney-general's authority and subsequently repeal changes to the composition of the Judicial Selection Committee, as coalition negotiations continue on Sunday.The repeal of legislation concerning the Police Internal Investigations Department is a lower priority.At the same time, plans are underway to establish special committees to advance legislation concerning the incapacitation of a prime minister, the establishment of a state commission of inquiry, and the Communications Law.The scope of legislation that can be advanced is limited by the transitional period. The change bloc is therefore distinguishing between laws it aims to repeal during the period of the mandate granted to Gadi Eisenkot and additional legislative initiatives it intends to begin advancing in the Knesset.Whether these measures can be completed will depend on the pace of the Knesset's work and the legal restrictions governing legislative procedures during this period.Eisenkot-bloc working to control Knesset committeesMeanwhile, the bloc is working to consolidate its control over Knesset committees.Key steps include appointing Matan Kahana as Knesset speaker, establishing the Arrangements Committee, and filling positions on key parliamentary committees. These moves would allow the change bloc to advance legislation and oversee the caretaker government even before a new government is formed.After Likud delayed convening the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Avigdor…

In brief

The Eisenkot-led bloc is preparing to use its majority in the Knesset to reverse legislation weakening the attorney-general's authority and subsequently repeal changes to the composition of the Judicial Selection Committee, as coalition negotiations continue on Sunday.The repeal of legislation concerning the Police Internal Investigations Department is a lower priority.At the same time, plans are underway to establish special committees to advance legislation concerning the incapacitation of a prime minister, the establishment of a state commission of inquiry, and the Communications Law.The scope of legislation that can be advanced is limited by the transitional period. The change bloc is…

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