Yariv Levin

Yariv Levin is a senior Israeli lawmaker in the Likud Party and currently serves as the country's justice minister and deputy prime minister. He previously served as Knesset speaker, aliyah and integration minister, tourism minister, and public security minister.

A longtime member of the Likud, Levin's influence in Israeli politics skyrocketed in 2023 when he announced a wide-ranging overhaul of the country's judicial system. Created and spearheaded by both himself and MK Simcha Rothman, judicial reform was highly controversial and sparked massive nationwide protests for months on end, interrupted only by the October 7 massacre and Israel's subsequent war against Hamas.

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Attonrey-general Gali Baharav-Miara and Justice Minister Yariv Levin at the Supreme Court

Coalition party leaders discuss resumption of judicial reforms

The meeting came after Justice Minister Yariv Levin over the weekend criticized High Court judges for "taking advantage" of the war.

Justice Minister Yariv Levin seen in the Knesset plenum, in Jerusalem, December 4, 2024

Yariv Levin calls for return of judicial reforms: 'They left us with no choice'

Opposition lawmakers criticized Levin's decision to return the divisive legislation to the table.

Former state attorney calls for IDF service refusal, comes under fire

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, and politicians from along the political spectrum came out to attack Lador's comments.

Court orders Levin to hold vote for permanent chief justice by January 16

High Court to hear petition over justice minister ignoring directive to appoint chief justice.

Herzog – ‘Worried’ about ‘dramatic’ wave of legislation altering democratic foundations

Herzog added, “It's clear that Israel's constitutional structure isn't perfect. I have said this over and over in recent years."

Movement for Quality Gov't files motion against Levin after committee discussion inconclusive

The movement further stated it had requested the court to sanction Levin until he abides by the ruling and asked that a discussion be conducted on the subject. 

Attonrey-general Gali Baharav-Miara and Justice Minister Yariv Levin at the Supreme Court

Judicial selection committee will not elect chief justice this week, Levin says

Judicial Appointments Committee defers deciding on a chief justice, challenging the High Court's ruling on the judicial appointment process.

Constitution Committee begins debates on bill associated with judicial reform

New bill to control lawyer fees sparks accusations of government pressure on Israel Bar Association's judicial appointment vote.

Yariv Levin calls for judicial reform, Gantz: Reforms led to October 7

Flares fired at PM's home ignite clash as Levin calls to revive judicial reforms, while Gantz links reforms to Oct. 7 vulnerabilities.

Coalition advances bill to enable government control over television rating method

Attorney general's office said it was a "severe violation of the constitutional right to privacy."

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